Description

These Sugar Cookie Cinnamon Rolls blend the charm of sugar cookies with the warmth of cinnamon rolls, creating a delicious treat perfect for brunch or dessert. Soft, fluffy, and topped with creamy icing, they are simple to prepare and ideal for sharing with family and friends.

Ingredients

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1 cup warm milk (110°F)
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
3 tablespoons sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for rolling)
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Christmas sprinkles

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 300°F and toast flour on a cookie sheet for 8 minutes.
Heat milk to 110°F and add yeast and sugar, allowing to foam for 10 minutes.
Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Combine with milk mixture, egg, and butter to form dough.
Let dough rise in a warm environment for 1 hour, covered with a towel.
Prepare sugar cookie mix in a separate bowl while dough rises.
Make cinnamon filling by mixing butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Roll out dough and spread cinnamon filling, adding scoops of sugar cookie dough on top.
Roll into a log, slice into rolls, and place in a greased pan to rise for 20 minutes.
Preheat oven to 375°F and bake for 25-28 minutes until golden.
Prepare cream cheese icing and spread over rolls once cooled.

Notes

Store leftover rolls at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Can easily be made gluten-free or dairy-free with substitutions.
Prepare dough the night before for an easy morning baking session.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 275
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 35mg