The idea of cinnamon rolls in a cookie form came to me as a very random idea at first. Then I started thinking 'is this actually a thing?' 'how could I make this happen?'. I tested this recipe 4 times before I was able to perfect it. That's a lot of cookies to eat, but I'm not complaining. I knew I wanted to use cookie dough, I just had to figure out how to create the cinnamon-spiced swirl.
These Cinnamon Roll Cookies are made with two layers of cookie dough. Both are made like a classic chocolate chip cookie dough. They're rolled out separately to ensure the cinnamon layer is a bit more visible.
Layer 1:
1/2 cup vegan butter, soften
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 cup flour
2 tsp baking powder
Layer 2:
1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 cup flour
1 tbsp cinnamon
2 tsp baking powder
Instructions:
In a mixing bowl mix together vegan butter with the white and brown sugar, until well combined and creamy.
Next add your dry ingredients and mix until everything is well incorporated.
To make the second layer, repeat the same process in a separate mixing bowl.
Place the first cookie dough you made on a parchment paper, cover with another piece of parchment paper and roll the dough out.
Repeat with the other dough as well.
Place the second dough on top of the first one and cut it into 6 long strips.
Roll the cookie dough strips up, like you would if you were making classic cinnamon rolls, and place them on a parchment lined baking sheet.
Place the cookies in the fridge to chill for 10 minutes.
Bake for 10-15 minutes.
Let the cookies cool down completely before enjoying them.
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