Description
These cookies bake up soft and chewy, their spiral of cinnamon sugar giving way to warm, buttery notes, then topped with a silky vanilla glaze that adds a sweet, creamy finish to every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated sugar and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms; stir in 1 tablespoon of milk if the dough seems too dry.
- In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar with the ground cinnamon.
- Place the dough between two pieces of parchment paper and roll into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Brush the dough lightly with a bit of milk, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the surface.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Remove the log from the fridge and slice into 1/2-inch-thick cookies; place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft; let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
Notes
- Chill the rolled log well to ensure clean slices and prevent spreading.
- Use parchment paper to make rolling and cleanup quick and easy.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain softness.
- Skip the glaze or reduce powdered sugar for a less sweet treat.