Cinnamon Roll Cookies Recipe

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, beat 11/4 cups sugar and butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy.
2. Beat in egg and vanilla.
3. In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to sugar mixture, beating well.
4. Cover, and refrigerate dough for 1 hour.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into an 18x10 rectangle.
6. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons sugar, pecans, and cinnamon.
7. Sprinkle evenly over cookie dough, pressing down gently with hands.
8. Roll up dough, beginning with long side, jelly-roll fashion. Place roll seam side down.
9. Wrap in heavy-duty plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours to overnight.
10. Preheat oven to 350°F
11. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
12. Cut dough into 1/2 slices, and place on prepared baking sheet.
13. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly browned.
14. Let cool for 2 minutes on baking sheet.
15. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.