Indulge in these delectable, homemade mini cinnamon rolls with this quick and easy recipe that can be whipped up in just 30 minutes.
Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat any time of the day, these bite-sized treats are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings.
With a simple list of ingredients and straightforward directions, you’ll be savoring the warm, gooey goodness of these cinnamon rolls in no time.
Ingredients Needed for 30 Minute Mini Cinnamon Rolls
- 1 tube of crescent roll dough
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ tablespoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup heavy cream
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- ¼ cup cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
How to Make 30 Minute Mini Cinnamon Rolls
Before you begin, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and gather your equipment.
In a bowl, combine the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, mixing them together until you have a thick paste. This will be the filling for your rolls.
Next, roll out the crescent roll dough on a clean surface. Spread the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly over the dough, ensuring that every inch is coated with the flavorful blend.
Now, roll the dough tightly into a log, lengthwise. To create evenly-sized cinnamon rolls, use a very sharp knife or a piece of string to cut 1-½ inch slices.
Carefully place each slice into a baking dish, leaving about an inch of space between each roll.
To add an extra touch of richness, pour the heavy cream over the rolls. This will help create a moist and tender texture.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes or until the rolls are puffy and slightly golden.
While the cinnamon rolls are baking, make the cream cheese frosting.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and unsalted butter, blending them together with a fork or whisk until smooth and creamy. Then, add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until you achieve a thick and creamy frosting. (One of the best parts, right?!)
Once the cinnamon rolls are done baking, remove them from oven and generously coat them with the cream cheese frosting while they are still warm.
The warmth of the rolls will cause the frosting to melt and seep into every nook and cranny, making each bite irresistible.
Serve the mini cinnamon rolls while they are still warm.
The combination of fluffy dough, sweet cinnamon filling, and creamy cream cheese frosting will surely make your mouth water.
Whether you enjoy these mini cinnamon rolls for breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert, they are sure to impress.
The best part is that they can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for those times when you’re craving something sweet but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 1 tube of crescent roll dough
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ tablespoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Cream Cheese Frosting
- ¼ cup cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a bowl add the butter, brown sugar and cinnamon. Mix together until combined into a thick paste.
- Roll out the crescent roll dough on a clean surface. Spread the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture all over the crescent roll dough, coating evenly.
- Lengthwise, roll the dough tightly into a log. Use a very sharp knife or a piece of string to cut even 1- ½ inch cinnamon rolls.
- After cutting them all out place them into a baking dish about and inch or so apart from each other.
- Pour the heavy cream over the rolls. Place in the oven for 20 minutes or until puffy and slightly golden. While those are baking make the cream cheese frosting.
- Add the cream cheese and butter to a mixing bowl and blend together with a fork or whisk. Then add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Mix again until smooth.
- Once the cinnamon rolls are out of the oven, coat with the cream cheese frosting while still warm. This will allow the frosting to melt over the rolls.
Serve and enjoy the mini cinnamon rolls while still warm!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 9 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 286Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 149mgCarbohydrates: 26gFiber: 1gSugar: 11gProtein: 2g
Nutrition values are estimates only, and are provided only as a courtesy.