Peanut Butter Cinnamon Roll Cookies (Print)

Soft, chewy treats bursting with cinnamon sugar and rich peanut butter—perfect for sweet snacking moments.

# Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
07 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Filling

11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
12 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
13 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

→ Optional Icing

14 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
15 - 1–2 tablespoons milk

# Directions:

01 - Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk until evenly blended.
02 - In a large bowl, use an electric mixer or whisk to beat the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until pale and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
03 - Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
04 - Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a cohesive dough forms.
05 - Transfer dough onto parchment paper. Place another sheet of parchment on top and use a rolling pin to flatten to a 1/4-inch thick rectangle, approximately 10x14 inches.
06 - Brush melted butter evenly over the dough surface. Sprinkle with light brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
07 - Carefully roll up the dough lengthwise into a tight log. Wrap in parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
08 - Set oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
09 - Using a sharp knife, cut the chilled dough log into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Arrange cookies about 2 inches apart on the prepared sheet.
10 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
11 - Stir powdered sugar with milk until smooth. Drizzle the icing over cooled cookies.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry staples you likely have on hand
  • Combines cinnamon roll nostalgia with the beloved flavor of peanut butter
  • No stand mixer required
  • Easier and quicker than actual cinnamon rolls
  • Bakes up soft with chewy centers and crispy edges
02 -
  • High in protein and satisfying for any time of day
  • Freezes beautifully for make ahead snacks
  • Adaptable for mix ins like mini chocolate chips or extra nuts
03 -
  • Chill the dough well or your spirals will blur
  • A serrated knife makes slicing the log clean and easy
  • Use parchment to roll and bake for zero sticking and easy cleanup
  • Do not skimp on creaming peanut butter with butter and sugars That step gives the cookies cloudlike softness Any hesitation in rolling the dough can be solved by working with very cold dough and a dusted rolling pin If you want defined swirls be patient and chill the log thoroughly before cutting The icing drizzle looks best applied with a fork for rustic stripes

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