Indulge in the perfect blend of two favorites: Cinnamon Rolls and Sugar Cookies! These cookies are soft and buttery with a delicious cinnamon-sugar swirl and a creamy glaze on top, making them a delightful treat that’s hard to resist. Follow this detailed recipe to make cookies that taste just like a cinnamon roll, all in a fun, handheld form.
Ingredients
- For the Sugar Cookie Dough:
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional, for extra flavor)
- For the Cinnamon Filling:
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
- For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (plus more if needed)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract