Print

Crumbl Cinnamon Roll Cookies

crumbl cinnamon roll cookies - featured image
Print Recipe

These bakery-style soft cookies capture the soul of a classic cinnamon roll in a thick, tender cookie topped with a dreamy swirl of cream cheese frosting. Perfect for anyone craving cinnamon roll flavor without the fuss of yeast dough.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (for filling)
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar, packed (for filling)
  • 1 ½ tbsp ground cinnamon (for filling)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Pinch of salt (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. Scrape down sides as needed.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Dough will be thick and slightly sticky.
  6. In a medium bowl, stir together melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the filling until smooth and spreadable.
  7. Use a large cookie scoop (about 3 tbsp) to portion dough. Flatten each ball, make an indentation, and spoon about 1 tsp of cinnamon sugar filling into the center. Fold edges over and roll gently to seal.
  8. Arrange dough balls on prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake for 11-13 minutes, until edges are set but centers look puffy and slightly underbaked.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt. Beat until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
  11. Once cookies are fully cool, pipe or spread a generous swirl of cream cheese frosting on each.

Notes

Chill shaped dough balls for 15-20 minutes before baking for thicker cookies. Do not overmix after adding flour. Butter should be softened, not melted. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 blend. For vegan, use plant-based butter, dairy-free cream cheese, and flax eggs. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week. Freeze unfrosted cookies and frost after thawing.

Nutrition

Keywords: cinnamon roll cookies, crumbl copycat, bakery-style cookies, cream cheese frosting, cinnamon dessert, easy cookies, soft cookies

Find it online: https://bitefuljoy.com/crumbl-cinnamon-roll-cookies-recipe-easy-bakery-style-soft-cookies/