Easy Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Name: Easy Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; ¾ cup light brown sugar, packed; 5 tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 ½ teaspoons cinnamon; 2 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour; 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder; ¾ teaspoon baking soda; ¾ teaspoon salt; 1 cup low-fat buttermilk; 1 large egg; ¼ cup low-fat cream cheese, softened; 1 tablespoon low-fat buttermilk; 1 ¼ cups confectioners' sugar

Servings: persons

8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup light brown sugar, packed
5 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
2 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
1 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 large egg
¼ cup low-fat cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon low-fat buttermilk
1 ¼ cups confectioners' sugar

1
Heat oven to 425 degrees F with rack in upper third of oven; coat a 9-inch square pan with cooking spray and set aside.
2
In bowl, combine the brown sugar, 2 T granulated sugar and cinnamon with 2 T butter; set aside.
3
In large bowl, whisk together the flour, 3 T granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
4
In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg and 3 T butter.
5
Stir together the liquid and dry ingredients; dough will look rough.
6
Knead on a floured surface until just smooth, about 5 turns.
7
Pat or roll dough into a 9x13-inch rectangle.
8
Spread dough with brown sugar filling, leaving 1/2-inch border.
9
Use a spatula to lift dough from surface and roll, starting at a long side, to form a tight log.
10
Pinch seam to seal log and slice evenly into 9 pieces.
11
Place in prepared pan swirl-side up and press rolls down slightly.
12
Brush tops with 1 T butter.
13
Bake until edges are just golden brown and rolls are cooked through, 22-25 minutes.
14
Loosen rolls from pan an invert onto a plate; reinvert to right side up onto a rack.
15
Cool 5 minutes before icing.
16
For icing, in a bowl, beat together cream cheese and buttermilk until smooth.
17
Beat in confectioners' sugar to form icing; spread over rolls with a knife.
18
Serve rolls warm.

1492

kcal

Calories

Fat

188

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, ¾ cup light brown sugar, packed, 5 tablespoons granulated sugar, 2 ½ teaspoons cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Easy Cinnamon Rolls falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Easy Cinnamon Rolls

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Variations & substitutions

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