A cinnamon flavored slice and roll cookie
Is there anyone you see every day, but don’t know? They always wave and have a smile on their face? There are several in my community, but one particularly stands out – the school crossing guard.
I live just a block from the elementary school and walk my dog past there a couple times a day. He gets to school before the sun comes up and leaves well after the last child has gone home. Every car that goes by or person that walks by is greeted with a wave and smile.
On several occasions, I have seen people pass through the intersection with scowls on their face. Once they see the crossing guard waving, the driver’s face lights up. They then return the wave and smile.
It’s amazing how such a simple gesture can mean so much. I know I truly appreciate his presence and I hope others do, too.
Other things I appreciate are simple and beautiful cookies. For an emotional baker, these really aren’t too hard to prepare, as long as you don’t expect perfect results. While making these, I remained patient and these turned out a-ok.
They are a pretty light cookie with only a subtle cinnamon flavor, but still delicious none the less.
Wave or smile to someone today. You’ll make their day 😉
- 1⅓ cup sugar
- ½ cup canola oil
- 1.5 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon flavoring or extract
- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp red food coloring
- Dash of cinnamon
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Use nonstick baking sheets, or line baking sheets with parchment paper/ Silpat.
- Mix sugar, oil and extracts in large bowl. Combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt in measuring cup. Pour into liquid mixture and mix well.
- Divide dough in half. Mix cocoa powder and food coloring in one half.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, roll one half of dough into rectangle on parchment paper. Roll the other half into a rectangle of equal size on parchment paper. Carefully transfer one dough on top of the other. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon. Tightly roll doughs together into cylindrical log. Wrap in plastic wrap. Chill 30 minutes.
- Slice dough into ¼ inch thick pieces and place on baking sheets. Bake for 8 minutes. Cool for five minutes. Transfer to wire racks to complete cooling.
- *Doughs can also be rolled separately and cut with cookie cutters.
Oh that is so true! Waving and smiling will make anyone’s day. Just like these pinwheels 😉
I agree, Zainab! Thanks for visiting 🙂
Aw, what a sweet guy! How nice that his smile is infectious 🙂 Your cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day—I think my crew would love a batch!
They would be perfect for Valentine’s! Happy early weekend, Liz!
Aaw, the school crossing guard sounds so sweet. It’s amazing what a simple smile or wave can do to brighten up your day. These cookies would do the same too 🙂 They’re adorable!
He is a sweet guy! I hope these cookies brighten someone’s day just like he brightens mine 😉
These are super pretty! And I always see smiling people and it forces me to realize I do not have one of those “always smiling” faces, lol!
Thanks Dorothy! I don’t have a naturally smiling face, but try to smile when passing people. Have a great night!
These pinwheels are gorgeous, Megan! I love the pretty swirls and the cinnamon in here. Looks like the perfect cookie to munch on!
Thanks Gayle! They are pretty delicious 🙂
These are so cute and perfect for valentine’s day! Love the photos, too 🙂
Thanks so much, Medha! I really appreciate it 🙂
These cookies are gorgeous! I love the swirl.
Thanks so much, Julianne! I really appreciate you stopping by 🙂 Have a great weekend!
It is definitely crazy how a simple smile and wave can just brighten up your day…I know that’s true for me!! I can never say no to anything cinnamony. these look great!
Thanks so much, Joanne!
I love these cookies! They look so pretty!
Thanks Katie! I appreciate you stopping by and commenting 🙂
I absolutely LOVE people like that crossing guard because they know that a little gesture — a smile, a wave — can make all the difference in someone’s day. We’ve got some people like him in our neighborhood, and I try to return the greeting whenever I see them.
And then these cookies… Gorgeous! I love the subtle cinnamon added, and I can imagine they’d be gobbled right up in our home! Definitely gonna have to try them soon.
I try to spread his sweetness through the neighborhood, too. If you get a chance to try the cookies, let me know!
It’s funny how little gestures can mean so much 😀 And these cookies look delicious by the way!! They are perfect for Valentine’s day coming up!
Yes, Ceara! They’d make a perfect Valentine’s treat. Thanks for visiting!
These cookies are so pretty!
I’m always a waver! Lol. I think it’s a lovely gesture.
Me too, Tina! Have a great week!
It’s amazing what a simple smile can do! Such a small act has so much power. On to your cookies, these look so delicious and perfectly festive!
You are so right, Michelle. Thanks so much for visiting!
Such pretty cookies! These and an infectious smile will certainly make my day!
Thanks Eva! You’re too sweet 🙂
These colours are wonderful – I love your idea of brightening up people’s day by giving them a wave. We always do that when we are out walking – can’t walk past someone without saying hello. #sweetsavourysunday
Thanks Helen! Waving is such a sweet gesture 🙂
These look so pretty! I bet these would be perfect to serve at a party or get together.
Thanks so much, Shelby. They would be great at a party 🙂
These are so pretty Megan, you did a great job. I love the cinnamon so these certainly put a smile on my face 🙂 Thanks for linking up to Sweet and Savoury Sunday, stop by and link up again. Have a great day!!
Thanks Laura! You’re too sweet!