Shortcut Cinnamon Rolls
Shortcut cinnamon rolls are the perfect blend of convenience and indulgence, making them an ideal treat for busy mornings or spontaneous brunch gatherings. These delightful pastries come together in a fraction of the time compared to traditional recipes, allowing you to enjoy warm, gooey cinnamon rolls without the lengthy preparation.
RECIPE
Ingredients
- 1 TUBE OF REFRIGERATED PIZZA DOUGH (NOT THIN CRUST)
- 1/3 CUP SUGAR (SWEET) (OR 1/2 CUP SUGAR SUBSTITUTE)
- 2 TBSP. GROUND CINNAMON
- 6 TBSP. SALTED BUTTER, ROOM TEMP.
- 4 OZ. CREAM CHEESE, ROOM TEMP. (OPTIONAL)
- 1 1/2 CUP POWDERED SUGAR,
- 1/2 TSP. VANILLA,
- 3 TBSP. MELTED SALTED BUTTER,
- 4-5 TBSP. OF MILK OR HEAVY CREAM,
- DASH OF SALT (MIX TOGETHER UNTIL CREAMY)
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mix cinnamon, butter, and sugar until creamy. Roll out dough. Spread the
cream cheese on top of dough (cream cheese room temperature). Spread cinnamon filling on top of rolled dough. - Roll dough up starting with short side for more layers! Cut rolls about 1/2-inch-thick and place on parchment lined cookie sheet close together or put each one in a muffin pan sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake for 30 minutes. While baking, mix butter glaze. After cinnamon rolls are done, take out of oven and spread with glaze. Enjoy!