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Easy Cinnamon Rolls (No Yeast Required!)

Delicious, quick, and easy cinnamon rolls that require no yeast and can be baked in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 275
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour I love using King Arthur Flour for its quality
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 5 tbsp cold butter cut into small cubes; I prefer using unsalted butter for better control of sweetness
  • 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing
  • ¾ cup milk I use whole milk for a richer taste; almond or oat milk can substitute
For the Filling
  • ⅔ cup brown sugar light or dark
  • 3 tbsp white sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon the higher quality, the better—you can even use fresh ground if you're feeling adventurous
  • 4 tbsp melted salted butter for spreading over the dough
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Icing
  • 1 oz cream cheese softened; I suggest Philadelphia brand
  • 1 tbsp butter softened
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tbsp milk adjust as needed for consistency

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking dish with a little butter.
Make the Dough
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  2. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually stir in milk until the dough begins to come together but remains shaggy.
Roll the Dough
  1. Lightly flour your work surface and gently knead the dough 5–6 times until it holds together. Be careful not to overwork it.
  2. Roll the dough out into a rectangle measuring about 10 x 14 inches.
Make the Filling
  1. In a bowl, combine both sugars and cinnamon.
  2. Pour in the melted butter and vanilla extract, and mix until it forms a thick paste.
  3. Spread this mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough.
Roll & Cut
  1. Starting from the longer side, roll the dough tightly into a log.
  2. Slice into 8–10 equal pieces using a sharp knife or dental floss for clean cuts.
  3. Place the rolls in the prepared baking dish, sides touching.
Bake
  1. Brush the tops with the remaining melted butter and pop them in the oven to bake for 22–25 minutes, or until they’re puffed and golden brown.
Ice & Serve
  1. While the rolls are baking, mix together the cream cheese icing ingredients until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls and serve immediately.

Notes

These cinnamon rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored at room temp for 1-2 days. For longer shelf life, store them in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to a month.