Making Cinnamon Rolls with Hawaiian Rolls

Ingredients

• 1 stick Unsalted Butter (softened, room temperature)
• 2/3 cup Light Brown Sugar (packed)
• 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon (freshly ground if possible)
• 1 pinch Salt (fine sea salt)
• 12 rolls Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (store‑bought, pre‑baked package)
• 4 oz Cream Cheese (softened, room temperature)
• 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter (softened, for frosting)
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla extract)
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar (sifted)
• 1 pinch Salt (for frosting)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 350°F (177°C) and let it preheat while you prepare the rolls.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

2. Make Cinnamon Butter

   In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.

   Time: PT5M

3. Assemble Rolls

   Arrange the 12 Hawaiian rolls in a single layer on a baking sheet. Spread most of the cinnamon‑butter mixture evenly between the rolls, reserving a small amount to drizzle on top after baking.

   Time: PT3M

4. Bake Rolls

   Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and the butter is bubbling.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 350°F

5. Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting

   While the rolls bake, beat together the softened cream cheese, 4 tbsp softened butter, 1 tsp vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and 1 cup sifted powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.

   Time: PT5M

6. Frost Warm Rolls

   Remove the rolls from the oven. While still warm, spread the cream‑cheese frosting over the top of the rolls, allowing the glaze to drip down the sides.

   Time: PT2M

7. Serve

   Serve the cinnamon rolls warm. They can be enjoyed immediately or stored for later.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

4g

Carbohydrates

35g

Fat

12g

Fiber

0.5g