Frosted Cinnamon Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F degrees.
2. 2
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, the baking powder and the cinnamon.
3. 3
   In a big bowl, cream the sugar and the butter. Add the egg and the vanilla extract and mix until well blended.
4. 4
   Gradually add the flour mixture and beat just until combined, scraping down the bowl, especially the bottom.
5. 5
   Roll the dough on a floured surface and cut into shapes. Place on parchment lined baking sheets and bake for 9-12 minutes, depending on the size of your cutter.
6. 6
   Let them sit a few minutes on the sheet, then transfer them to a cooling rack.
7. 7
   While the cookies are baking, make the caramel frosting. Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Blend in the brown sugar and the salt. Cook on low for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Finally, add the milk.
8. 8
   Remove the mixture from the heat and add the vanilla. Let cool and then add the powdered sugar.
9. 9
   When the cookies are completely cool, go ahead and frost them. Let the frosted cookies sit overnight for the frosting to settle well.