Flaky Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls
Are you looking for an easy cinnamon roll recipe that will become your go-to breakfast treat? Look no further than puff pastry cinnamon rolls! With minimal ingredients and simple steps, this recipe is a slam dunk.
In this innovative variation on traditional cinnamon rolls flaky puff pastry is rolled out. Then roll up with butter, cinnamon, and sugar to make simple puff pastry cinnamon rolls. The puff pastry bakes up flaky and soaked with cinnamon sugar filling. For a final touch, they’re lightly iced with powdered sugar icing. Pair these easy cinnamon rolls with a cup of coffee, and your morning just got better!
Puff pastry cinnamon rolls are a popular baking trend that is sure to become a favorite in your household. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make flaky cinnamon rolls that will impress your friends and family.
The best part of this recipe is that it requires minimal ingredients and can be made with store-bought puff pastry, making it a great option for those short on time. Think of them as shortcut cinnamon rolls.
If you want to make cinnamon rolls and yeast dough isn’t your friend, this easy puff pastry version will yield delicious cinnamon rolls that will have everyone asking for the full recipe. Plus, since they’re yeast-free cinnamon rolls, they’re just right for those allergic to yeast.
What you need to make shortcut cinnamon rolls:
- puff pastry
- cinnamon
- white sugar, light brown sugar, or dark brown sugar
- melted butter
- egg
- vanilla extract
- rolling pin
- parchment paper
- a pastry brush
- a sharp knife, dental floss, or thread to cut rolls
- 9×13 metal baking pan
For ease in making use store bought puff pastry
If you want to make your own puff pastry dough, you certainly can! However, for a shortcut, store-bought puff pastry will work just as well. Be sure to let pre-made puff pastry thaw out before rolling it out. Don’t let it get too warm, or the butter will melt out. It’s best to thaw the puff pastry in the fridge instead of at room temperature.
Love Cinnamon Rolls?
If you love cinnamon rolls be sure you try my Apple Pecan Cinnamon Rolls! Or if you like different versions of cinnamon rolls try my Gingerbread Rolls or Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls.
Got leftovers?
Store leftover rolls in an airtight container. Reheat if desired in the microwave or air fryer. You can also just cover the baking pan with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. These rolls are actually best eaten fresh so they’re just ok the second day.
Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 package of puff pastry two single sheets, thawed
- 1/3 cup butter melted
- 1/2 cup sugar or can use brown sugar
- 1 1/2 TBSP cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Icing Recipe
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- milk or cream
Instructions
- preheat the oven to 375°
- sprinkle flour on a clean counter
- roll the puff pastry sheets out together, end to end to make to make one long rectangle
- brush the melted butter on top of the puff pastry
- in a small bowl mix the sugar, cinnamon, and salt together
- sprinkle it over the melted butter
- roll up from one of the short ends to make a big log
- cut the log into 12 equal pieces
- arrange the pieces in the prepared pan
- chill for 30 minutes in the fridge
- remove from the fridge
- beat the egg and vanilla extract together to make an egg wash
- brush the top of the cinnamon rolls
- bake the cinnamon rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until puffed and golden brown
- if using the optional icing, mix powdered sugar and just enought milk together and drizzle over the top of the cinnamon rolls after they're finished baking
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