Heavenly Cinnamon Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting: A Delicious Take on a Classic Favorite

Unleash the aromas and tastes of a classic cinnamon roll in delicious cookie form with this recipe for Cinnamon Cookies topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. These cookies combine the comforting flavors of cinnamon and brown sugar with a soft, chewy texture, finished with a rich, melt-in-your-mouth glaze.

Why you'll love this: These cookies offer the irresistible charm of freshly baked cinnamon rolls, but in a convenient cookie form. The soft, chewy texture combined with the sweet and spicy cinnamon sugar and creamy frosting will make this a hit at any get-together. They're simple to make and even more delicious to eat, offering the perfect blend of taste and texture.

Perfect occasion: These cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, family desserts, or as a special brunch treat. They're also great for bake sales or as thoughtful homemade gifts during the holiday season. Their warm, inviting flavors make them suitable for any event where comfort food is enjoyed.

Decorating Tips: Pour cream cheese frosting over cookies in a zigzag pattern for a professional look. Sprinkle a tiny bit of cinnamon on top of the icing for an extra touch of spice and decoration. Serving them on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar can also enhance their visual appeal.

Ingredients:

• Cookie dough:
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• Cinnamon sugar:
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of cinnamon
• Cream cheese frosting:
  • 3 tablespoons of cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon of softened butter
  • 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar

Directions:

1. Beat together softened butter and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until fluffy. Add the egg and mix until well combined.
2. Stir in the flour and baking soda until the dough is smooth and no dry flour is visible.
3. Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
4. Prepare a rolling area with plastic wrap and a light dusting of flour. Roll out the refrigerated dough into a 1/4-inch-thick rectangle on the floured plastic wrap.
5. Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon, then distribute them evenly over the rolled dough.
6. Using the plastic wrap, gently spread the dough into a log. Refrigerate the log for 10 minutes to firm up.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Cut the refrigerated dough log into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Place slices on prepared tray.
9. Bake for about 9 minutes, until the cookies are just set. Avoid overcooking to keep them soft and moist.
10. While the cookies are baking, microwave the cream cheese for about 30 seconds. Stir in the powdered sugar until smooth, then stir in the softened butter. Transfer the frosting to a small ziplock bag and snip off one corner.
11. Pour the glaze over the hot cookies. Let the cookies cool on the tray.

Enjoy these cinnamon roll cookies with cream cheese frosting, a delicious twist that brings the comfort of a classic cinnamon roll to your cookie jar!