Cinnamon roll cookies are the perfect combination of cinnamon rolls and sugar cookie dough, creating an incredibly delicious and indulgent treat. If you’re looking for a simple and tasty recipe to enjoy with friends and family, look no further than these scrumptious cinnamon roll cookies.

Ingredients:

– 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

– 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

– 1 large egg

– 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

– 3 cups all-purpose flour

– 2 teaspoon baking powder

– 1/2 teaspoon salt

Filling:

– 1/4 cup granulated sugar

– 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Cream Cheese Icing:

– 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

– 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened

– 2 cups powdered sugar

– 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and pure vanilla extract while continuing to mix.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to your wet ingredients until fully combined.

3. Divide the cookie dough in half and shape each portion into a disk. Wrap both disks with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour or overnight.

4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

5. Prepare the filling by combining granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.

6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to approximately 1/4-inch thickness. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough.

7. Starting at one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Repeat this process with the second disk of dough and the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture.

8. Using a sharp knife, slice each log into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place your sliced cookies on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.

9. Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes or until they are lightly golden around the edges. Once done, transfer them to a cooling rack and let them cool completely.

10. While your cookies are cooling, prepare the cream cheese icing by beating together softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

11. Drizzle or spread a generous amount of cream cheese icing over each cooled cookie.

Share and enjoy these irresistible cinnamon roll cookies with friends and family for an unforgettable treat that’s sure to become a favorite!