Cinnamon Roll Cookies from The Food Charlatan Recipe for Family Celebrations

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• For the filling: 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Divide the dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll each disc into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick. Brush the melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
4. Roll each rectangle tightly into a log, starting from the long side. Wrap the logs in plastic and freeze for 30 minutes until firm.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the logs into 1/2-inch rounds and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack, then drizzle with the glaze made by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
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