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Cinnamon Roll Cookies

The BEST Cinnamon Cookie Recipe
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These soft and chewy Cinnamon Roll Cookies are a cinnamon lover’s dream! Combining the delightful flavors of cinnamon rolls and snickerdoodles, this recipe creates irresistible treats perfect for any occasion—be it holiday gatherings, cozy family nights, or just a sweet snack anytime. Imagine warm cookies with a unique cinnamon-sugar coating and a gooey filling that melts in your mouth. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these cookies capture the essence of warmth and comfort in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons salted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 and 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 1 cup salted butter (2 sticks, softened)
  • 1 and 2/3 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 and 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Make the filling by beating together softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth. Freeze small balls of filling for about 20 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  3. In a stand mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
  4. Sift in flour, then fold in dry ingredients (baking soda, salt, cream of tartar) until just combined.
  5. Gently mix in the frozen cinnamon filling.
  6. Shape dough into balls; roll in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon before placing on lined baking sheets.
  7. Bake for about 11-12 minutes. Reshape cookies immediately after baking if needed.
  8. Allow cooling on wire racks before enjoying.

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