30-Minute Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Introduction

These 30 Minute Cinnamon Rolls are a quick and easy way to satisfy your sweet tooth without spending hours in the kitchen. Using crescent roll dough, you can whip up soft, gooey cinnamon rolls topped with a creamy frosting in no time.

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

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Mix until it forms a thick paste.
3. Step 3: Roll out the crescent roll dough on a clean surface. Spread the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
4. Step 4: Roll the dough lengthwise into a tight log. Use a sharp knife or a piece of string to cut it into even 1 to 1½ inch cinnamon rolls.
5. Step 5: Place the rolls into a baking dish, spacing them about an inch apart.
6. Step 6: Pour the heavy cream over the rolls. Bake for 20 minutes or until the rolls are puffy and slightly golden.
7. Step 7: While the rolls bake, make the cream cheese frosting by blending cream cheese and butter together, then mixing in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
8. Step 8: When the cinnamon rolls come out of the oven, spread the cream cheese frosting over them while they are still warm to allow it to melt slightly. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• For extra gooey rolls, use full-fat cream cheese and butter in the frosting.
• Add chopped nuts or raisins to the cinnamon sugar mixture for added texture and flavor.
• If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the cinnamon to 1 tablespoon.

Storage

Store leftover cinnamon rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave for 20-30 seconds before serving to refresh their softness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade dough instead of crescent roll dough?

Yes, homemade dough works well but may require additional time to prepare and rise. Crescent roll dough is a convenient shortcut for quicker results.

What can I substitute for heavy cream?

If you don’t have heavy cream, you can use whole milk or a combination of milk and melted butter, but the rolls may be slightly less rich and moist.

30-Minute Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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Quick and easy 30-minute cinnamon rolls made with crescent roll dough, a buttery cinnamon-sugar filling, and a creamy homemade cream cheese frosting. Perfect for a delicious breakfast treat or dessert that requires minimal prep and baking time.

• Author: Ruby
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 8 cinnamon rolls 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cinnamon Rolls

• 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

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) to get it ready for baking the cinnamon rolls.
2. Make Cinnamon Sugar Paste: In a bowl, mix together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until you achieve a thick, spreadable paste.
3. Prepare Dough: Roll out the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface, then evenly spread the cinnamon sugar mixture all over the dough surface.
4. Roll and Slice: Roll the dough lengthwise tightly into a log. Using a very sharp knife or a piece of string, cut the rolled dough into 1 to 1½ inch thick cinnamon rolls.
5. Arrange Rolls: Place the cinnamon roll slices into a baking dish, spacing them about an inch apart to allow room for expansion during baking.
6. Add Heavy Cream and Bake: Pour the heavy cream evenly over the rolls, then bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the rolls are puffed up and slightly golden.
7. Make Cream Cheese Frosting: While rolls bake, combine cream cheese and butter in a mixing bowl and beat with a fork or whisk until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing again until the frosting is creamy and well combined.
8. Frost Rolls: Once the cinnamon rolls are removed from the oven and still warm, spread the cream cheese frosting on top so it melts slightly, creating a luscious glaze.
9. Serve: Serve the cinnamon rolls warm to enjoy the best flavor and texture.

Notes

• Use a sharp knife or string to make clean cuts without squashing the rolls.
• For softer rolls, cover the baking dish with foil for the first 10 minutes of baking, then uncover to brown.
• You can substitute brown sugar with white sugar if needed but brown sugar adds moisture and depth.
• Make sure the rolls are warm when frosting for a melted glaze effect.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheat gently.

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