If you’ve ever tasted Burger King’s Cinna minis, then you’ll recognize that this recipe is a copycat version of those. If you had a chance to try them in the 90s, then you’ll definitely get a nostalgic feeling when you see them! This sweet breakfast recipe is one of my family’s favorites and is perfect on weekends, on Christmas morning, or even as dessert!
If you like this sweet breakfast, then you’ll love my Nutella-Stuffed French Toast Sticks, Puff Pastry Churro Sticks, French Toast Muffins, My Dad’s French Toast, Coffee Cake, Sheet Pan Pancakes, and Pancake Bacon Fingers as they all make such a wonderful breakfast and brunch! If you’re not salivating yet, then you will be as soon as you smell these Mini Cinnamon Rolls baking in your oven!
My mouthwatering Mini Cinnamon Rolls contain refrigerated Pillsbury Crescent Rolls (can use any brand Crescent Rolls), butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, and are done in about 20 minutes, making them one easy and quick cinnamon roll recipe!
Ingredients in Mini Cinnamon Rolls
Pillsbury Crescent Rolls. Use Pillsbury Crescent Roll sheets or perforated Crescent Rolls. If you use the perforated rolls, be sure to pinch all the perforations together to make one cohesive sheet of dough. If you live outside the U.S., you likely can’t find Pillsbury Crescent sheets/rolls. You can definitely sub with biscuit dough of any type. Make sure to roll it out into a sheet as shown in the photo below.
Butter. Creamy melted butter gives these rolls flavor and adds taste to the brown sugar and cinnamon.
Brown sugar. Packed brown sugar combines with butter and cinnamon to give these rolls a sweet taste.
Ground cinnamon. Cinnamon gives these rolls the “cinnamon roll” flavor as well as some spice. If you aren’t a huge fan of cinnamon, half the amount and only use ½ tablespoon.
Salt. Just a pinch of salt is all that’s needed to give the recipe a savory flavor.
Powdered sugar. Powdered sugar or confectioners sugar is the frosting’s main ingredient.
Milk. Use any kind of milk you wish. We always use 1% organic milk. The higher the fat content, the creamier the frosting will be.
Vanilla. Vanilla is used to sweeten the frosting. It is okay to use imitation vanilla extract although pure vanilla extract will taste better.
How to Make the Best Mini Cinnamon Rolls
STEP 1: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat your oven to 350° F/ 175° C.
STEP 2: Turn the dough out onto the parchment paper and flatten it by gently pulling the edges. If your dough is perforated, make sure to pinch the perforations to make one sheet of dough.
STEP 3: Pour the melted butter evenly over the dough. Use a pastry brush or spoon to spread it evenly.
STEP 4: Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar on top, followed by the cinnamon, then the salt.
STEP 5: Starting with the long side, begin rolling the dough up. Use both hands to keep it as even as possible.
STEP 6: Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into 1 inch pieces, making 16 total. Place each piece on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they’re about 1.5 inches apart. They will grow in the oven.
STEP 7: Bake for 11-15 minutes, until the edges are golden.
STEP 8: While your rolls are baking, add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to a bowl and whisk the ingredients. Either drizzle the frosting on top or use it as a dipping sauce for your cinnamon rolls.
STEP 9: If you make this recipe, don’t forget to leave a rating and comment!
More sweet recipes you’ll love!
Nutella-Stuffed French Toast Sticks
Easy Puff Pastry Churro Sticks
Egg and Veggie Breakfast Muffins
Copycat Cracker Barrel Hash Brown Casserole
The Real Jordan Marsh Blueberry Muffin Recipe
Final Thoughts
Finally, if you make these Mini Cinnamon Rolls, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love to hear from everyone who makes this recipe and always try my best to respond to all comments.
If you do make this sweet breakfast recipe, don’t forget to tag #elisemccollister on Instagram! It makes me so happy to see your recipe photos!
Mini Cinnamon Rolls (Cinna Minis)
Ingredients
- 1 refrigerated tube Pillsbury Crescent Roll dough can use any brand crescent roll dough
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- ¼ c brown sugar packed
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- pinch salt
- 1 c powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat your oven to 350° F.
- Turn the dough out onto the parchment paper and flatten it by gently pulling the edges. If your dough is perforated, make sure to pinch the perforations to make one sheet of dough.
- Pour the melted butter evenly over the dough. Use a pastry brush or spoon to spread it evenly.
- Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar on top, followed by the cinnamon, then salt.
- Starting with the long side, begin rolling the dough up. Use both hands to keep it as even as possible.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into 1 inch pieces, making 16 total. Place each piece on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they’re about 1.5 inches apart. They will grow in the oven.
- Bake for 11-15 minutes, until the edges are golden.
- While your rolls are baking, add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to a bowl and whisk the ingredients. Either drizzle the frosting on top or use it as a dipping sauce for your cinnamon rolls.
- If you make this recipe, don’t forget to leave a rating and comment!
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