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Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Soft, gooey small batch cinnamon rolls that make exactly 4. Ready in 75 minutes with no stand mixer, no eggs, and a simple vanilla glaze instead of cream cheese frosting.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Resting Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 4 cinnamon roll recipe, cinnamon rolls for two, overnight cinnamon rolls, small batch cinnamon roll recipe, small batch cinnamon rolls
Servings: 4
Calories: 407kcal
Author: LaKita Anderson

Equipment

  • 2 small mixing bowls
  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 5 to 8 inch round baking pan

Ingredients

  • Cinnamon Roll Dough:
  • 2 teaspoons instant (Rapid Rise) yeast
  • 5 tablespoons warm whole milk (105-110°F.)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling dough
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • Filling:
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • Icing:
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 ½ teaspoons whole milk
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine 2 teaspoons instant yeast, 5 tablespoons warm milk, and a pinch of granulated sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
    Yeast and warm milk combined in small glass bowl.
  • In another bowl, mix 1 cup all-purpose flour, the remaining 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Add the yeast mixture and 3 tablespoons melted butter. Stir until the dough forms.
    Cinnamon rolls ingredients combined in large white bowl.
  • Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes. Shape into a ball and let it rise for 30 minutes in a greased bowl.
    Overhead view of risen dough in large white mixing bowl.
  • Mix 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Roll out dough, spread 2 tablespoons softened butter, and sprinkle filling.
    Dough rolled out and topped with butter, cinnamon, and sugar.
  • Roll tightly and cut into 4 even rolls. Place in a greased pan. Let it rise for 20 minutes.
    Four cinnamon rolls in parchment lined baking pan.
  • Bake at 400°F for 12–14 minutes. Cool slightly.
    Four baked cinnamon rolls in parchment lined baking pan.
  • Mix ¾ cup powdered sugar, 2 ½ teaspoons whole milk, and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract to make the icing. Drizzle over warm rolls. Serve immediately.
    Close up view of cinnamon rolls topped with icing.

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Nutrition

Calories: 407kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 273mg | Potassium: 143mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 474IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg
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