Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (1 stick) (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup (60ml) milk (any kind)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  6. Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough into a large rectangle (about 12x18 inches).
  7. Evenly spread the cinnamon sugar filling over the rolled-out dough.
  8. Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log.
  9. Slice the log into approximately ¾-inch thick rounds.
  10. Place the cookie slices on parchment-lined baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown around the edges.
  11. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. While the cookies are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
  13. Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top.