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Cream Cheese Frosted Cinnamon Roll Cookies

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These cinnamon roll cookies combine the classic flavors of buttery cinnamon swirls and tangy cream cheese frosting in a soft, chewy cookie. Perfect for brunches, bake sales, or cozy nights in, they deliver all the comfort of cinnamon rolls in a quick, easy-to-make treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 2/3 cups (332g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup (67g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1–2 tsp milk or cream, as needed for consistency

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup unsalted butter with 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes with a hand mixer). Scrape down the sides for even mixing.
  2. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing on low speed just until combined. Adjust with milk or flour if needed for consistency.
  4. Lightly flour your countertop. Roll dough into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick. Brush with 2 tbsp melted butter. Sprinkle evenly with a mixture of 1/3 cup brown sugar and 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon. Roll dough into a tight log from the long side. Chill the log in the fridge for 15 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice chilled dough into 1/2-inch rounds. Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are golden and centers look set. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Beat 4 oz cream cheese, 2 tbsp butter, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth. Add 1 cup powdered sugar and a pinch of salt. Mix until fluffy, adding 1–2 tsp milk or cream for spreadable consistency. Frost cooled cookies generously.

Notes

Chill the dough log before slicing for neat swirls. Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. For extra crunch, sprinkle raw sugar over the frosting before serving. Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight. Cookies freeze well unfrosted. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

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