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Cozy Diploma Roll-Up Sugar Cookies Recipe with Easy Cinnamon Swirls

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These Cozy Diploma Roll-Up Sugar Cookies feature a tender sugar cookie dough rolled with a warm cinnamon swirl, creating a soft, chewy cookie perfect for cozy gatherings and casual treats.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • ¼ cup (55 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 ¾ cups (345 g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat 1 cup (225 g) softened unsalted butter with 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in 1 large room-temperature egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Milk: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with 2 tablespoons whole milk, starting and ending with the dry mix. Stir just until combined.
  5. Prepare Cinnamon Swirl Mixture: In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup (55 g) melted butter, ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon until evenly mixed.
  6. Roll Out the Dough: Lightly flour your work surface and roll the dough into a 12×16 inch (30×40 cm) rectangle about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick. Chill for 10 minutes if dough feels sticky.
  7. Spread the Cinnamon Mixture: Evenly brush the cinnamon butter mixture over the rolled dough, leaving a small border along one long edge.
  8. Roll Up the Dough: Starting from the long edge opposite the border, gently roll the dough into a tight log shape like a diploma scroll.
  9. Slice Into Cookies: Using a sharp knife, cut the roll into ½ inch (1.3 cm) thick rounds. Place slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet spaced about 2 inches apart.
  10. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges just start to turn golden and centers look set but soft.
  11. Cool: Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough after adding flour to keep cookies tender. Use softened butter that holds shape but is pliable. Roll dough to about ¼ inch thickness for best texture. Chill dough if sticky before rolling. Slice with a sharp or serrated knife for clean cinnamon swirls. Watch baking time closely to avoid crisp cookies.

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