Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened.
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6 tablespoons (45g) powdered sugar.
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2 3/4 cups (330g) all-purpose flour.
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1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar.
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda.
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1/2 teaspoon salt.
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10 tablespoons (125g) granulated sugar.
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6 tablespoons (90ml) canola oil.
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1 tablespoon water.
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1 large egg.
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar (for coating).
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6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, softened (for filling).
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1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar.
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1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour.
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2 tablespoons ground cinnamon.
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4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened.
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4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, softened.
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1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar.
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
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In a bowl, whisk 2 3/4 cups flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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Using a stand mixer, cream 1/2 cup butter, 10 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 6 tablespoons powdered sugar until fluffy (2-3 minutes).
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Add oil, water, egg, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla to butter mixture. Mix well.
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Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing on low until just combined.
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Scoop dough, roll into balls, place on baking sheets.
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Dip glass bottom in 2 tablespoons sugar, press each dough ball to create a well.
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For filling, mix 6 tablespoons butter, brown sugar, 1/4 cup flour, and cinnamon.
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Fill cookie wells with cinnamon mixture, not quite to the rim.
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Bake 9-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on sheets.
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For frosting, beat 4 oz cream cheese and 4 tablespoons butter until smooth.
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Add 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, beat until smooth.
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Pipe frosting swirls onto cooled cookies.
# Notes:
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These cookies combine the flavors of cinnamon rolls with the ease of sugar cookies. The cream cheese frosting adds a nice tangy contrast to the sweet cinnamon filling.