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Coffee-Cinnamon Roll Cookies

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Flaky, coffee-infused cookies with a gooey cinnamon swirl and a vanilla glaze. Basically, cinnamon rolls got a caffeine boost and shrank for convenience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 140 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dough:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour structure
  • ½ tsp baking powder slight lift
  • ¼ tsp salt balances flavors
  • 1 tbsp instant espresso powder caffeine boost
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened (buttery texture)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar sweetness
  • 1 large egg holds it together
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract depth of flavor
  • 2 tbsp milk moisture

Filling:

  • ¼ cup brown sugar caramel notes
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon warmth
  • 2 tbsp butter melted (richness)

Glaze:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar classic topping
  • 1 tbsp brewed coffee extra coffee kick

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder.
  • In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
  • Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until a soft dough forms.
  • Roll dough into a ¼-inch thick rectangle on a floured surface.
  • Brush melted butter over the dough.
  • Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle over the buttered dough.
  • Roll dough tightly into a log, then slice into ½-inch rounds.
  • Place cookies 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden.
  • Let cookies cool on a rack while you prepare the glaze.
  • Whisk powdered sugar with brewed coffee until smooth.
  • Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies.
  • Let the glaze set—or don’t, and eat immediately.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Cookie)

  • Calories: ~140
  • Total Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Cookie)

  • Iron: 4%
  • Potassium: 3%
  • Calcium: 2%
  • Magnesium: 3%
  • Vitamin B6: 2%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling for easier slicing.
  • Swap espresso powder with chai spice for a different twist.
  • Add a pinch of sea salt to the glaze for a salty-sweet contrast.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container, but good luck having leftovers.
Coffee-Cinnamon Roll Cookies give you the warm, cozy taste of a cinnamon roll—with zero waiting. Make them. Eat them. Regret nothing.