Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   For cinnamon mix:.
2. 2
   Combine sugar and cinnamon.
3. 3
   For cookie dough:.
4. 4
   Cream shortning and sugar in large bowl.
5. 5
   Blend in vanilla and eggs.
6. 6
   In a small bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 tsp cinnamon.
7. 7
   add to creamed mix and beat well.
8. 8
   Turn dough onto a sheet of waxed paper.
9. 9
   Spread dough into a 9 by 6-inch rectangle.
10. 10
    Sprinkle 4 tbsp cinnamon mix.
11. 11
    Roll up jelly roll style into a log.
12. 12
    Dust log with remaining sugar.
13. 13
    Wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
14. 14
    Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
15. 15
    Heat oven to 375.
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    Spray cookie sheets with pam spray.
17. 17
    Slice dough 1/4 inch thick.
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    Bake for 8 minutes.