These cinnamon roll recipes deliver everything you love—soft, fluffy dough, gooey cinnamon filling, and that irresistible aroma that feels like home. Perfect for brunch, snacks, or dessert, they bring warmth and comfort any time of day. One bite, and happiness is freshly baked.

Cinnamon Roll Bites with Bacon

Three cinnamon roll-shaped desserts with white frosting and brown filling, garnished with caramel or candied bacon, sit on a white plate—capturing the pure happiness and irresistible smell of fresh cinnamon rolls.
Cinnamon Roll Bites with Bacon. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

These cinnamon roll bites with bacon combine sweet and savory flavors in the best way possible. The creamy frosting and salty bacon create an irresistible contrast that’s perfect for dessert or brunch. Quick to make and easy to store, they’re a fun twist on the classic cinnamon roll.
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Cinnamon Roll Muffins

A plate of cinnamon roll muffins.
Cinnamon Roll Muffins. Photo credit: The Honour System.

These cinnamon roll muffins offer all the cozy flavors of classic rolls in an easy, muffin-style form. Made with almond flour, they’re a lighter and healthier indulgence without sacrificing sweetness. Perfect for breakfast or a guilt-free treat any time of day.
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Cinnamon Roll Pie

A slice of cinnamon roll pie with icing on a white plate, placed on a striped cloth. Cinnamon sticks are nearby.
Cinnamon Roll Pie. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Part cinnamon roll, part pie, and entirely delicious—this dessert is pure comfort. Soft, cinnamon-swirled dough bakes in a buttery crust and gets topped with creamy frosting for an indulgent finish. It’s show-stopping enough for dessert and cozy enough for breakfast.
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Cookies and Cream Cinnamon Rolls

A cinnamon roll topped with white icing and crushed chocolate cookies on a white plate, next to a napkin, a fork, and milk.
Cookies and Cream Cinnamon Rolls. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

These cookies and cream cinnamon rolls take the classic breakfast treat to a whole new level. Filled with crushed cookies and cream cheese, they’re soft, decadent, and full of flavor. A must-try for anyone who loves creative dessert twists.
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Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

A close-up of a sourdough cinnamon roll with white icing on a white plate. A bite has been taken out, and a piece is on a fork in front.
Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Fluffy, tangy, and perfectly sweet, these sourdough cinnamon rolls deliver bakery-level flavor at home. The sourdough adds a subtle depth that balances the rich cinnamon filling and creamy frosting. It’s a comforting bake that’s worth every minute.
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Cinnamon Roll Cresent Rolls

Cinnamon crescent rolls on a white plate.
Cinnamon Roll Cresent Rolls. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These crescent roll cinnamon rolls are buttery, flaky, and filled with sweet cinnamon goodness. Using refrigerated dough makes them quick and easy to prepare, yet they still taste homemade. Perfect for busy mornings or last-minute brunches.
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Cinnamon Rolls

Close-up of a cinnamon roll on a spatula, covered in white icing, with a tray of similar cinnamon rolls in the background.
Cinnamon Rolls. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Soft, gooey, and swirled with rich cinnamon sugar, these homemade cinnamon rolls are pure perfection. Finished with a smooth cream cheese glaze, they’re indulgent without being fussy. Simple to make and ready in about 20 minutes, this is the classic recipe everyone should master.
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Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls

Puff pastry cinnamon roll sits on a white plate, with more rolls on a wire rack in the background.
Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Made with puff pastry, these cinnamon rolls are light, crisp, and delightfully gooey in the center. Sprinkled with cinnamon sugar and topped with vanilla glaze, they’re a fast and elegant breakfast option. All the flavor of a classic roll with half the effort.
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Apple Cinnamon Rolls

A pan of freshly baked and frosted apple cinnamon rolls on a dark blue background.
Apple Cinnamon Rolls. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Filled with tender apples and warm spices, these apple cinnamon rolls are the taste of fall in every bite. The cream cheese frosting adds a rich finishing touch that makes them irresistible. Perfect for cozy weekends or festive mornings.
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No Yeast Cinnamon Rolls

Image shows an overhead shot of Cinnamon rolls in a skillet on a wooden table with one cinnamon roll on a plate.
No Yeast Cinnamon Rolls. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

No yeast? No problem. These soft and gooey cinnamon rolls come together fast without any rising time. Perfect for make-ahead breakfasts or spontaneous sweet cravings, they deliver homemade comfort in record time.
Get the Recipe: No Yeast Cinnamon Rolls

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