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No-Knead Cinnamon Rolls (So Easy)

This super simple recipe for no-knead cinnamon rolls is so soft, fluffy and sweet. Packed with cinnamon & sugar and topped with cream cheese frosting!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 480 kcal
Course: Dessert , Baked Goods
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Dough
  • 1 cup lukewarm water
  • 1 tsp instant yeast
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 eggs slightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 3/4 cups flour
Filling
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Topping
  • 16 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, whisk together all the ingredients except for the flour.
  2. Next, add in the flour and stir until you don't see any lumps of flour. The dough doesn't need to look perfect, as it will do it's magic while standing for 12 hours.
  3. Cover the dough with a towel and place it in the refrigerator overnight (or up to 4 days). The longer you let it sit in the refrigerator, the better tasting the dough will be.
  4. For the filling, combine the sugar and cinnamon together. Melt the butter in a separate jar.
  5. Dust the counter with flour and roll out the dough into a rectangular shape using a rolling pin. 
  6. Spread the melted butter and then the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly on the surface of the dough. Starting with the long side, roll up the dough in a spiral.
  7. Flour the knife and cut the dough roll into 12 even pieces. Place the rolls onto a buttered baking pan, cover them with a towel, and let them rest for 1 hour. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the rolls for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.
  8. Combine the powdered sugar with the softened cream cheese and vanilla extract. Mix until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
  9. Spread the frosting over the cinnamon rolls and serve right away. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 480kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 65g (22%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 89mg (30%) Sodium 232mg (10%) Potassium 111mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 34g (68%) Vitamin A 782IU (16%) Calcium 56mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 480

% Daily Value*

Calories 480kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 65g 22%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 89mg 30%
Sodium 232mg 10%
Potassium 111mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 34g 68%
Vitamin A 782IU 16%
Calcium 56mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.