Best 4 Cinnamon Rolls Like Cinnabon Recipes

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Indulge in the irresistible aroma and delectable taste of homemade cinnamon rolls, reminiscent of the iconic Cinnabon. These sweet and gooey pastries are a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or as a special dessert. With our carefully curated collection of recipes, you'll find options for classic cinnamon rolls, as well as unique variations like cream cheese-filled rolls and gluten-free alternatives. Each recipe is thoroughly explained with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice bakers can achieve Cinnabon-like perfection. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CINNABONS CINNAMON ROLLS



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Cinnabons Cinnamon Rolls - A Cinnabon copycat recipe, adapted from Todd Wilbur's "More Top Secret Recipes" cookbook. About the closest you'll get to the real thing. Super easy to make.

Provided by Joanna Cismaru

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Dessert

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 ¼ teaspoon active dry yeast (or instant yeast)
1 cup milk (lukewarm)
½ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup butter (unsalted, softened, or margarine)
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup brown sugar (packed)
3 tablespoon cinnamon
⅓ cup butter (unsalted, softened, or margarine)
6 tablespoon butter (unsalted, softened, or margarine)
1 ½ cups powdered sugar (also known as icing sugar, or confectioner's sugar)
¼ cup cream cheese (at room temperature)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • For the rolls, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk with a tsp of sugar (you can take a tsp out of the 1/2 cup of sugar) in a large bowl. Let it sit for about 5 minutes. If the yeast is good, it will start to froth up.
  • To the bowl of your mixer add the sugar, butter or margarine, salt, eggs, and flour and mix until well incorporated.
  • Pour the milk/yeast mixture over the flour mixture and using the dough hook, mix well until well incorporated and the dough comes clean from the side of the bowl.
  • Place the dough into an oiled bowl, cover and let rise in a warm place about 1 hour or until the dough has doubled in size.
  • Combine the brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
  • Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  • Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface, until it is approximately 16 inches long by 12 inches wide. It should be approximately 1/4 inch in thickness.
  • Spread the 1/3 cup of butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with the sugar evenly over the surface of the dough.
  • Working carefully, from the long edge, roll the dough down to the bottom edge.
  • Cut the dough into 1 1/2 inch slices, and place in a lightly greased baking pan. You can also use floss to cut into slices, as seen in the video. Place the cut rolls in the prepared pan. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let them rise for another 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place the baking pan in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cooking time can vary greatly!
  • While the rolls are baking make the icing by mixing all the icing ingredients and beat well with an electric mixer until fluffy and smooth.
  • When the rolls are done, spread generously with icing.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 roll, Calories 493 kcal, Carbohydrate 76 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Sodium 269 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 42 g

CINNABON CINNAMON ROLLS



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Make and share this Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (1 ounce) package yeast
1 cup warm milk
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup margarine, melted
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 cups flour
1/2 cup margarine, softened
2 ounces cream cheese
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/3 cup margarine, softened

Steps:

  • to prepare the rolls.dissolve yeast in warm milk in large bowl.
  • add the sugar, margarine, salt, eggs, and flour.mix well.
  • knead dough into large ball.
  • using your hands dusted lightly with flour.
  • put in bowl, cover and let rise in warm place about 1 hour or doubled.
  • Roll the dough out on lightly floured surface.
  • roll the dough flat.
  • about 21" long and 16" wide.
  • preheat oven to 400°F.
  • combine filling ingredients and spread over dough.
  • roll up from long side.
  • cut with dental floss and place 6 at a time in lightly greased pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes or lightly browned.
  • combine icing ingredients and coat each roll while still a little warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.5, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 39, Sodium 366.2, Carbohydrate 75.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 41.1, Protein 7.4

CINNABON CINNAMON ROLLS



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This is a cover recipe for Cinnabon's World Famous Cinnamon Rolls. I have made some adjustments to the recipe. They taste just like Cinnabon.

Provided by Gabe6309

Categories     Breads

Time 16m

Yield 12-13 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (1/4 ounce) package fast rising yeast
1 cup warm milk (105 to 110 F)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup butter (Melted)
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup dark brown sugar (Packed)
3 tablespoons cinnamon
1/3 cup butter (Softened)
1/4 cup butter (Softened)
1/4 cup cream cheese (2 oz)
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 tablespoon whole milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon lemon extract (optional)

Steps:

  • Rolls: In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in the warm milk. Stir. Add the sugar. Stir. Add the melted butter, salt and eggs. Stir well. Gradually add the flour and mix well.
  • Knead the dough about 5 - 10 minutes. Form into a ball. Lightly dust the dough with flour. Place dough in a bowl, cover it with a damp towel and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour or until doubled in size.
  • Preheat oven at 400 degrees.
  • Roll the dough on lightly floured surface with a rolling pin. Roll flat until about ¼ inch thick, approximately 21 inches long, 16 inches wide.
  • Filling: Combine brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Spread softened butter over the entire surface of the dough. Sprinkle cinnamon and brown sugar mixture even over the dough. Spread with your hands until dough is completely covered with the mixture. Roll the dough up as tightly as possible. You should get about 3 - 5 rings. Cut dough into 1 ¾ inch slices. Place slices into 9 x 13 pans lined with parchment paper. You can only do 6 in each pan. Let rise for about a half hour.
  • Icing: Blend softened butter and cream cheese in a bowl. Add the vanilla, whole milk. Blend. Gradually add the powdered sugar until icing is smooth and fluffy. Place in refrigerator until you are ready to spread it on the cinnamon rolls.
  • Bake cinnamon rolls for about 10 minutes. Watch them as some ovens cook quicker than others. They will be golden brown when they are done. Let them cool about 10 minutes, then coat them generously with icing. If you are making them the day before you serve them, let them cool completely and then spread the icing on. Heat the cinnamon roll for about 15 - 20 seconds in the microwave.

CLONE OF A CINNABON



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You have got to try these. The first time I made them, I thought of how much money I could save by making my own!

Provided by Marsha Fernandez

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup warm milk (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 eggs, room temperature
⅓ cup margarine, melted
4 ½ cups bread flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup white sugar
2 ½ teaspoons bread machine yeast
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
⅓ cup butter, softened
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup butter, softened
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place ingredients in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Select dough cycle; press Start.
  • After the dough has doubled in size turn it out onto a lightly floured surface, cover and let rest for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon.
  • Roll dough into a 16x21-inch rectangle. Spread dough with 1/3 cup butter and sprinkle evenly with sugar/cinnamon mixture. Roll up dough and cut into 12 rolls. Place rolls in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Cover and let rise until nearly doubled, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Bake rolls in preheated oven until golden brown, about 15 minutes. While rolls are baking, beat together cream cheese, 1/4 cup butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract and salt. Spread frosting on warm rolls before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502.3 calories, Carbohydrate 77.3 g, Cholesterol 64.1 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 387.7 mg, Sugar 42.7 g

Tips:

  • Activate the yeast properly: Warm the milk to a lukewarm temperature (around 105-115°F) and add it to the sugar and yeast mixture. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, until the yeast starts to foam. This ensures that the yeast is active and will help the dough rise properly.
  • Knead the dough well: Knead the dough for at least 5-7 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic. This will help develop the gluten in the dough, which will give the cinnamon rolls a chewy texture.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size. This will allow the yeast to work its magic and create a light and airy dough.
  • Roll the dough out evenly: Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, about 12x18 inches. This will ensure that the cinnamon rolls are all the same size and shape.
  • Spread the filling evenly: Spread the cinnamon sugar filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. This will prevent the filling from oozing out while baking.
  • Roll the dough up tightly: Starting from the long side, roll the dough up tightly into a log. Pinch the edges to seal the seam.
  • Cut the dough into even pieces: Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into even pieces, about 1-1/2 inches thick. This will ensure that the cinnamon rolls bake evenly.
  • Place the rolls in a greased baking dish: Place the cinnamon rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, leaving a little space between each roll. This will allow the rolls to expand while baking.
  • Bake the cinnamon rolls: Bake the cinnamon rolls in a preheated 350°F oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown. This will ensure that the rolls are cooked through and have a slightly crispy exterior.
  • Make the cream cheese frosting: While the cinnamon rolls are baking, make the cream cheese frosting by beating together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. This will add a delicious finishing touch to the cinnamon rolls.

Conclusion:

These cinnamon rolls are the perfect treat for any occasion. They are soft, fluffy, and bursting with cinnamon sugar flavor. The cream cheese frosting takes them to the next level and makes them irresistible. With these tips, you can easily make these cinnamon rolls at home and enjoy them with your family and friends.

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