No Yeast Cinnamon Rolls
These quick cinnamon rolls are made without yeast, allowing for a simple, fast treat that bakes up in under 30 minutes, complete with a creamy frosting.
Servings: 6 rolls
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
For the dough
- 2 cups All-purpose flour Keeps the dough tender.
- 1 tbsp Baking powder Works with baking soda for lift.
- 1 tsp Baking soda Provides additional rise.
- 3/4 cup Buttermilk or milk with vinegar Provides gentle tang and softness.
- 2 tbsp Melted butter For the dough's richness.
For the filling
- 2 tbsp Softened butter To spread on the dough.
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar Adds sweetness and caramel notes.
- 1 tbsp Granulated sugar For sweetness.
- 2 tsp Cinnamon Classic flavor.
- 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
For the frosting
- 4 oz Cream cheese For a creamy texture.
- 2 tbsp Softened butter Adds richness.
- 1 cup Powdered sugar Sweetens the frosting.
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract Flavor enhancer.
- 1 tbsp Milk To loosen the frosting.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda.
- Stir in buttermilk and melted butter until a soft dough forms. It should be slightly tacky but not sticky.
- Pat the dough into a rectangle, about 9 by 6 inches. Dust with a touch of flour if needed.
- Spread softened butter on the dough, then sprinkle brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Roll the dough up from the shorter side into a tight cylinder and slice into 6 rolls.
- Place the rolls in the prepared pan.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 14 to 18 minutes, until they are lightly golden and set in the center.
- Remove from the oven and frost with the cream cheese frosting while the rolls are still warm.
Notes
Mix the frosting while the rolls bake. Store leftovers covered at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 3 days. For freezing, bake, cool, then freeze unfrosted.