Best Cinnamon Roll Cookies Swirls for Cozy Nights
Buttery cinnamon roll cookies with crisp edges, tender centers, and a light vanilla glaze that glistens like a bakery finish — cozy, aromatic, and perfect for sharing or gifting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (including chill time)
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp fine salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
— Filling —
2 tbsp butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated or light brown sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
— Icing —
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
3 tbsp milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add egg and vanilla; mix just until combined.
4. Add dry ingredients and mix on low speed until a soft dough forms.
5. Divide dough in half; roll each into a 9×7 inch rectangle.
6. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
7. Roll up tightly, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 2 hours.
8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C); slice 1/2-inch rounds.
9. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
10. Cool completely, drizzle with vanilla icing, and let set.
Notes
✨ Tips:
– Chill dough logs thoroughly for clean spiral slices.
– Use a sharp, slightly warmed knife to prevent flattening.
– Store in an airtight container for 3 days or freeze the logs up to 2 months.
– Add orange zest to the icing for a bright citrus twist.