Astoundingly Easy Cinnamon Rolls

I can say with conviction that I love cinnamon rolls. I’m pretty sure you do too.

The problem is that they are always a bit finicky to make.

Imagine my delight when I came across this easy cinnamon rolls recipe.

The trick is that you use frozen, readymade bread dough. After that, it’s all plain folding!

Looking for more cinnamon dessert ideas? Make sure to try my Peach Cake with Cinnamon and Pecans.

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Why I Love These Cinnamon Rolls

• Cinnamon rolls without the fuss.
• Heavy whipping cream keeps the rolls moist.
• Convenience of using frozen bread dough.

What’s the difference between cinnamon rolls and cinnamon buns?

A cinnamon roll is formed when the filled dough is rolled into a long ‘tube’ and sliced to form the individual rolls. Cinnamon buns are made individually: the dough is rolled once around itself.

Why do my cinnamon rolls get hard?

Keep your cinnamon rolls away from the air, or they will harden. This means keeping them in an air-tight container. They can also go hard in the fridge if they are kept for too long. If you heat the rolls up in the microwave, they will harden.

Why are my cinnamon rolls not fluffy?

The clue to cinnamon rolls being fluffy is the bread dough. Make sure you give it enough time to rise properly before knocking it down and kneading it. Always work gently with the dough.

How can I make cinnamon rolls more moist?

To make your easy cinnamon rolls more moist during baking, add more cream to the recipe. If you want them to be very moist, substitute the milk for more cream. You can also make the rolls more moist by adding another tablespoon of butter to the mix.

Is brown sugar or white sugar best for cinnamon rolls?

Either brown or white sugar can be used for cinnamon rolls. The white sugar will produce a sweeter taste, while the brown sugar will make the rolls taste a little like caramel.

How to serve Cinnamon Rolls?

The best way to serve cinnamon rolls is warm. You can even pour some cream or custard over the roll to make a really decadent dessert.

The rolls can also be served cold, with a lovely cup of spicy chai tea. If you want that extra touch, cut and butter the rolls.

Cooking Tips:

• Handle the dough carefully. Push it down gently and squeeze it together.
• Cut the rolled dough into even-sized sections.
• Spread the filling evenly over the whole surface of the dough before you fold it up.

Variations:

• Add some sliced banana to the filling for the quick and easy cinnamon rolls, creating a banana-flavored cinnamon roll.
• Add pumpkin spice to the filling, for some seasonal fall fare.
• Sprinkle sugar over the tops of the rolls before putting them in the oven, to produce a crackly surface.

Ingredients:

• Frozen bread dough thawed out
• Melted butter
• Brown sugar
• Chopped walnuts
• Cinnamon
• Water
• Heavy whipping cream
• Powdered sugar
• Milk
• Vanilla extract

How To Make Easy Cinnamon Rolls:

Step 1. In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, chopped walnuts, and cinnamon.

Step 2. Roll the thawed dough out into a large rectangle on a well-floured surface.

Step 3. Brush the top of the dough with the melted butter.

Step 4. Sprinkle the filling over the entire rectangle of dough.

Step 5. Roll the dough up tightly lengthwise, using the water to seal the dough closed.

Step 6. Slice the dough into 20 even sections.

Step 7. Place the dough sections flat side down in two well-greased 9-inch cake pans.

Step 8. Brush the tops of the rolls with the heavy whipping cream.

Step 9. Bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through.

Step 10. In a bowl, add the powdered sugar.

Then, add the milk.

Then, add the vanilla.

Mix together until smooth.

Step 11. Drizzle the icing over the rolls.

Serve warm!

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How to store Astoundingly Easy Cinnamon Rolls?

To store the cinnamon rolls, either wrap them well in clingwrap, or put them in an airtight container. They can be stored in your kitchen for about 2 days, or in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze the rolls.

How to reheat Astoundingly Easy Cinnamon Rolls?

The first tip to reheating astoundingly easy cinnamon rolls is don’t use the microwave. They will dry out and harden. Rather pop them into a cold oven, set it to heat to 100°F and allow the rolls to warm up slowly.

How long do Astoundingly Easy Cinnamon Rolls last in the fridge?

The astoundingly easy cinnamon rolls will last for about 7 – 8 days in the fridge.

Can I make Astoundingly Easy Cinnamon Rolls ahead?

You can make easy cinnamon rolls ahead. If you are going to keep them in the fridge, you can make them up to a week ahead.

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