Bread Machine Cinnamon Roll Recipe (2024)

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Updated on 10/6/22

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Prep: 25 mins

Cook: 25 mins

Kneading and Rising Time: 2 hrs

Total: 2 hrs 50 mins

Servings: 15to 18 servings

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Cinnamon rolls are great for breakfast, brunch, and even dessert. However, they can be labor and time intensive. Using a bread machine cuts the effort in half since it makes and kneads the dough so you don't have to.

From there, you roll it out, sprinkle on the cinnamon-sugar filling, roll it up into a log, and cut into buns. Let the cinnamon rolls rise one more time and then bake until puffed up and golden brown. Drizzle with the vanilla icing for that signature finish and serve warm for an indulgent treat.

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"Using the bread machine to make and proof the dough really saves time and effort. I dumped the ingredients in, hit start and didn't have to think about it for an hour and a half. The dough was beautifully puffy and easy to work with. The rolls turned out fluffy and tender." —Danielle Centoni

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Ingredients

For the Dough:

  • 1 cup milk, warmed (105° to 110°)

  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

  • 1 large egg, beaten

  • 3 1/3 cups bread flour, more for the work surface

  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar

  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt

  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast(or 1 1/2 teaspoons bread machine/rapid rise yeast)

For the Filling:

  • 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, more for the pan

  • 2/3 cup nuts,lightly toasted and finely chopped

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 1/2 to 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon

  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon nutmeg

For the Icing:

  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar, more as needed

  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, more as needed

  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps to Make It

Make the Dough

  1. Gather the ingredients.

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  2. Add the ingredients to yourbread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer (for example, wet ingredients, dry ingredients, yeast). Program the appliance for the dough cycle.

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  3. When the cycle is done, place the dough onto a floured surface. Knead the doughfor about 1 minute, then let it rest for 15 minutes.

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Make the Filling and Shape

  1. Roll the dough out into a rectangle, about 15 by 10 inches.

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  2. Brush the melted butter over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.

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  3. Mix the chopped nuts, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the dough.

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  4. Starting on the long side, roll the dough up tightly. Press the edges to seal forming a 15-inch long, evenly shaped roll.

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  5. With a knife or 8-inch piece of unwaxed dental floss, cut the entire roll into 1-inch pieces.

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Rising and Baking the Dough

  1. Grease a 13 x 9-inchbaking pan.

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  2. Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat to 375 F.

    Place the rolls cut-side down in the pan. Cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place until they double in size, 30 to 45 minutes.

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  3. Bake the rolls until golden, about 20 to 25 minutes.

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Make the Icing and Frost

  1. Gather the ingredients.

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  2. Combine 1 cup confectioners' sugar, 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, and the vanilla in a bowl. Stir the mixture until smooth. If too thin or too thick, add more confectioners' sugar or milk, respectively, until the desired consistency is reached.

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  3. Cool the rolls in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Drizzle with the icing, and serve warm from the pan.

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What Is the Difference Between a Cinnamon Roll and a Cinnamon Bun?

While cinnamon rolls and cinnamon buns are close pastry cousins, the biggest difference is the icing. Cinnamon rolls are commonly topped with a generous smear of sweet vanilla icing, while buns are often not. However, the two names are frequently used interchangeably to describe a cinnamon roll.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
224Calories
9g Fat
32g Carbs
5g Protein

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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 15to 18
Amount per serving
Calories224
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9g11%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 25mg8%
Sodium 125mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 32g12%
Dietary Fiber 1g5%
Total Sugars 12g
Protein 5g
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Calcium 36mg3%
Iron 0mg3%
Potassium 88mg2%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

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  • bread
  • breakfast
  • american
  • fall

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FAQs

Is bread flour or all-purpose flour better for cinnamon rolls? ›

Bread flour has more protein than all-purpose flour, making it a better option for pastries. Most people recommend baking cinnamon rolls with bread flour, as this creates a fluffier and softer cinnamon roll. Though all-purpose flour will also work to create tasty cinnamon rolls.

What is the secret ingredient in Cinnabon? ›

Cinnabon's Secret Ingredient

This special Indonesian cinnamon, called Makara, is trademarked by Cinnabon. And because of that trademark, you won't find this product in your local grocery store spice aisle.

Does cinnamon affect yeast in bread? ›

This experiment showed that the more cinnamon we used the less our number got, making the yeast decrease in our experiment. Our results showed us that if we used more grams of cinnamon the more it affected the rate of fermentation. The 2 grams really slowed down the yeast growth.

What happens when you substitute bread flour for all-purpose? ›

If you use bread flour in place of all-purpose flour, be careful not to overwork the dough: The higher protein content will increase the amount of gluten and make for a tougher finished product.

Are cinnamon rolls lean or rich dough? ›

All the cinnamon roll recipes we've ever come across use an enriched dough—one that has fat and sugar added to it. Rich doughs are often sweeter, but because of the added fat (butter) they are also very tender and will stale less quickly.

What is the most unhealthy Cinnabon? ›

Worst: Caramel Pecanbon

The Caramel Pecanbon, while a delicious treat from Cinnabon, is considered an unhealthy choice due to its high calorie, sugar, and fat content. A single serving packs a hefty caloric punch, often exceeding the daily recommended sugar intake in just one pastry.

What is the difference between a cinnamon roll and cinnamon bun? ›

Structurally, cinnamon buns share the same spiral shape. They are sometimes thinner and more delicate. The most significant difference between cinnamon rolls and cinnamon buns is the inclusion of nuts. Cinnamon buns often have pecans, walnuts, or even raisins in the filling.

Why are cinnabons so unhealthy? ›

A Quick Peek at the Health Side

A classic Cinnabon roll packs quite a punch in terms of calories and sugar. A single Cinnabon classic roll contains around 880 calories and about 58 grams of sugar. That's a hefty sum, especially when you consider that the recommended daily sugar intake for adults is less than 50 grams.

What does pouring milk over cinnamon rolls do? ›

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The milk will give it a good richness. We will also scald the milk before using it, which can help give the bread a very delicate and tender texture.

Can I use evaporated milk instead of heavy cream? ›

Evaporated milk can be used as a substitute in recipes in which heavy cream is used as a liquid ingredient, such as in baked goods, but it doesn't whip well. Substitute the heavy cream in your recipes with an equal amount of evaporated milk.

What happens if you add too much flour to cinnamon rolls? ›

You want to add only the amount of flour that it takes so your dough is not sticky. Adding too much flour will make your rolls very dry. Once you have added the appropriate amount of flour, turn your mixer to a low speed and let the machine do all the kneading for you.

What ingredient kills yeast in bread? ›

If a large amount of salt (or sugar, which is also hygroscopic) were to be combined with a small amount of yeast and left for a long time it could, in theory, eventually rob the yeast of water to the degree that the yeast cells would begin to die off.

What makes homemade bread taste yeasty? ›

If the area is too warm, bread will rise too fast and begin cooking before the yeast has finished acting. This will impart a "yeasty" taste to the dough that will be transferred to the finished baked loaf. Using old ingredients (rancid nuts, "old" shortening) will cause yeast breads to taste old or have an "off" taste.

Does honey affect yeast in bread? ›

Much like sugar, honey will feed the yeast in a very fast manner, meaning that it can increase the rise of your sourdough. This can be advantageous, but be aware that it can cause over fermentation and over proofing.

What is the best flour for cinnamon rolls? ›

Use bread flour: bread flour is available at most grocery stores and it makes ALL the difference in achieving softer, fluffy, perfect cinnamon rolls. JUST TRUST ME. Make sure you flour your work surface and the rolling pin: this is to prevent the cinnamon rolls from sticking to the surface or to the rolling pin.

Does it matter if you use bread flour or all-purpose flour? ›

You can always substitute all-purpose flour for bread flour one for one in any recipe that calls for it. Your bread might not raise quite as high or have quite as much chew, if you are using all-purpose flour, but it will still be delicious and homemade and all the good things.

Can I substitute bread flour for all-purpose flour in rolls? ›

If you happen to have leftover bread flour, you can use it in place of AP flour (at a 1:1 ratio) for yeast doughs, resulting in breads and pastries with an extra little lift. (Try using bread flour as a substitute for all-purpose in our No-Knead Onion Rolls.)

Why is bread flour the best for bread rolls? ›

This is likely because bread flour is higher in gluten-forming proteins than all-purpose flour, making for ideal dough. The unbaked rolls raised a significant amount to perfect round balls and looked beautifully golden brown when baked. The baked rolls were somewhat soft yet also chewy.

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