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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Delight in the warm, gooey goodness of homemade cinnamon rolls, perfect for any occasion and customizable to your taste!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cinnamon Rolls
  • 1 can Pillsbury cinnamon rolls The base of your rolls; using store-bought makes it quick and simple!
  • 1/2 cup melted butter This will give your rolls that rich, buttery flavor while helping to bind the sugar and cinnamon.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds the caramel-like sweetness we all crave—it’s what dreams are made of!
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon The star of the show! Adjust to your taste for that cozy warmth.
For the Icing
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For a dreamy icing that perfectly complements the gooey rolls.
  • 2 tablespoons milk This helps thin out the icing for the perfect drizzleability.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Just a splash will take your icing to the next level with a fragrant touch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cinnamon roll can.
  2. Place your cinnamon rolls on a lightly floured surface, gently unrolling them one by one.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  4. Use a spatula or your fingers to spread the buttery mixture over the unrolled dough.
  5. Gently roll each cinnamon roll back up, tucking in every curve.
  6. Place those rolls in a greased baking dish.
Baking
  1. Bake the cinnamon rolls according to the instructions until golden brown.
Icing
  1. In another bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Once the rolls are out of the oven and gently golden, drizzle that luscious icing over the warm rolls.

Notes

You can prep the rolls a day ahead. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or in the fridge for about a week. Leftover rolls can be turned into delightful cinnamon roll bread pudding.