Soft and Chewy Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies
These soft and chewy cinnamon roll sugar cookies combine the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with the delightful texture of sugar cookies, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened Make sure your butter is at room temperature for better incorporation.
- ⅓ cup packed brown sugar Use dark brown sugar for an extra depth of flavor.
- 1½ tablespoons all-purpose flour This helps to thicken the filling mixture for that gooey center.
- 2½ teaspoons ground cinnamon The cinnamon is key to that classic cinnamon roll flavor.
- Pinch salt Enhances all the flavors in the filling.
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened but cool Aim for quality butter here for the best flavor.
- 1⅓ cups granulated sugar This sugar balances well with the spices.
- 1¾ teaspoons pure vanilla extract Always opt for pure vanilla for that unmistakable aroma.
- 1 large egg Enriches the dough.
- 1 large egg yolk Adds tenderness to the cookies.
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for measurement accuracy.
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder Helps achieve that soft rise.
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch Adds to the tenderness of the cookies.
- ¼ teaspoon salt Elevates the sweet flavors.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix together the filling ingredients: 4 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter, ⅓ cup of packed brown sugar, 1½ tablespoons of flour, 2½ teaspoons of ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1⅓ cups of granulated sugar until fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Mix in 1¾ teaspoons of pure vanilla extract, 1 large egg, and 1 large egg yolk until well combined.
- Gradually add in 2¾ cups of all-purpose flour, ¾ teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of cornstarch, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Mix until a dough forms.
Assembly
- Roll a generous portion of the cookie dough into small balls. Press your thumb in the center to create a small divot, fill it with the cinnamon filling, and roll the dough back up around it.
Chilling and Baking
- Chill the formed cookie balls in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the chilled cookie balls on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden at the edges but the centers remain floury.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months. For added flavor, you can drizzle cream cheese icing over the cooled cookies.