Make copycat Cinnabons out of your Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls EASY!!

Ingredients

• 1 package Pillsbury Cinnamon Roll Dough (8 rolls, keep refrigerated until ready)
• 6 teaspoons Unsalted Butter (Melted for glaze and for greasing the baking sheet)
• 1 cup Heavy Cream (For the initial glaze mixture; extra a few tbsp may be added to thin glaze)
• 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract (Pure vanilla for flavor)
• 0.5 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt (Enhances sweetness; Morton fine sea salt used in video)
• 0.75 cup Dark Brown Sugar (Packed; gives deeper caramel flavor to glaze)
• 2.5 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon (Adds warmth to glaze)
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg (Adds subtle depth; optional but recommended)
• 8 oz Cream Cheese (Full block, softened to room temperature)
• 1 packet Cinnamon Roll Frosting Packet (The pre‑packaged frosting that comes with the rolls)
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar (For the frosting)
• 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup (Adds flavor and sweetness to frosting)
• 0.5 teaspoon Almond Extract (Provides a bright nutty note in frosting)
• 2 tablespoons Milk (Helps thin frosting if needed)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and let it preheat while you prepare the rolls.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

2. Butter the Baking Sheet

   Generously butter the surface of a standard baking sheet using the 6 teaspoons of unsalted butter.

   Time: PT2M

3. Arrange the Cinnamon Rolls

   Place the 8 Pillsbury cinnamon rolls on the buttered sheet, leaving about 1‑2 inches between each so they have room to expand.

   Time: PT2M

4. Make the Cream‑Glaze Base

   In a mixing bowl combine 1 cup heavy cream, 1 tbsp vanilla extract, and ½ tsp fine sea salt. Stir until fully blended.

   Time: PT3M

5. Pour Cream‑Glaze Over Rolls

   Evenly pour the cream‑glaze mixture over and around the arranged rolls, ensuring each roll gets some liquid.

   Time: PT2M

6. Prepare the Sweet Butter Glaze

   Melt the remaining 6 teaspoons of butter in the microwave (about 20‑30 seconds). In a bowl combine the melted butter, ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar, 2½ tsp ground cinnamon, and ¼ tsp ground nutmeg. Stir until a thick paste forms.

   Time: PT4M

7. Adjust Glaze Consistency

   If the butter‑sugar glaze is too thick to drizzle, add a splash (1‑2 tbsp) of heavy cream and stir until you reach a pourable consistency.

   Time: PT1M

8. Drizzle Sweet Glaze

   Using a spoon or small ladle, drizzle the sweet butter glaze over the rolls, covering the tops and letting some run down the sides.

   Time: PT1M

9. Cover with Foil

   Tightly cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil to trap steam.

   Time: PT1M

10. Bake the Rolls

    Place the foil‑covered sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through. For a crispier top, remove the foil during the last 5 minutes.

    Time: PT25M

    Temperature: 350°F

11. Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting

    While the rolls bake, soften the 8‑oz cream cheese. In a bowl combine the softened cream cheese, the included frosting packet, 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp maple syrup, ½ tsp almond extract, and 2 tbsp milk. Microwave for 10 seconds, then whisk until smooth and creamy.

    Time: PT8M

12. Cool Slightly

    Remove the rolls from the oven and let them rest on the sheet for about 5 minutes. This allows the glaze to set slightly but keeps the rolls warm for frosting.

    Time: PT5M

13. Frost the Warm Rolls

    Generously spread the cream cheese frosting over each warm roll, using a spatula or knife. The frosting will melt slightly, creating a glossy finish.

    Time: PT2M

14. Serve

    Transfer the frosted rolls to a serving plate and enjoy while still warm.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

600

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

80 g

Fat

30 g

Fiber

2 g