Quick Description

These Cinnamon Butter Rolls are warm, soft, and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar crust. Each roll is brushed or dipped in melted butter, then rolled in cinnamon sugar for that classic, irresistible finish. Simple, nostalgic, and absolutely addictive.


Servings & Timing

  • Serves: 8โ€“10 rolls
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Bake Time: 18โ€“22 minutes
  • Total Time: ~30 minutes

Ingredients

  • ยฝ cup unsalted butter, melted (for dipping or brushing)
  • ยพ cup granulated sugar
  • 1โ€“2 tbsp ground cinnamon (to taste)

(Rolls or dough of your choice โ€“ homemade or store-bought)


Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven
    Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Bake rolls according to your dough instructions until lightly golden.
  2. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar
    In a shallow bowl, mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
  3. Butter the Rolls
    While rolls are still warm, brush generously with melted butter or dip each roll directly into the butter.
  4. Coat with Cinnamon Sugar
    Roll the buttered rolls in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
  5. Serve Warm
    Serve immediately while soft, buttery, and fragrant.

Why These Are So Good

  • Warm butter soaks into every bite
  • Sweet cinnamon-sugar coating
  • Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor
  • Perfect for breakfast or dessert

Tips & Variations

  • Add a drizzle of vanilla glaze for extra sweetness
  • Use brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving

Storage

  • Best enjoyed fresh
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 1 day
  • Reheat briefly in the microwave before serving