Cinnamon Cookies
6 servings
45 minutes
Cinnamon cookies are a cozy treat that warms with the aroma of spices and gentle sweetness. Its roots trace back to Russian cuisine, where cinnamon has long been used to give baked goods a rich flavor. Thin layers of dough soaked in butter and sprinkled with a mixture of sugar and cinnamon create an exquisite balance of softness and crunch. A delicate nutty accent from added pecans enhances the flavor even more. When warm, the cookies reveal their charm—they melt in your mouth, leaving a pleasant aftertaste. They pair perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee, filling the moment with coziness. This treat is not only for the soul but also for special occasions when you want to delight yourself or loved ones with something unusual yet simple to prepare.
1
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; mix in vegetable oil.
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
- Baking powder: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Vegetable fat: 0.3 glass
2
Add milk and 1 tablespoon of vanilla; mix with a fork until the dough starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
- Milk: 0.8 glass
- Vanilla: 0.3 teaspoon
3
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle 0.6 cm thick.
4
Spread butter on top (I prefer using soft butter rather than melted).
- Melted butter: 1 teaspoon
5
Combine cinnamon and sugar; sprinkle evenly over the dough.
- Sugar: 0.5 glass
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
6
If desired, sprinkle with crushed pecans (or other nuts or raisins).
- Chopped pecans: 1 tablespoon
7
Roll starting from the long side into circles with a thickness of 1.2 cm.
8
Place the circles, slightly pinching the edges, in a greased 22-centimeter mold.
9
Bake at 220 C for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
10
Remove from the oven and drizzle with glaze, serve warm.
11
For the glaze: combine all ingredients and whisk until smooth.
- Powdered sugar: 120 g
- Vanilla: 0.3 teaspoon