Imagine sinking your teeth into warm, gooey cinnamon rolls without spending hours in the kitchen. These Frozen Bread Dough Sweet Rolls are your ultimate shortcut to bakery-quality deliciousness with minimal effort! Perfect for busy mornings, lazy weekends, or when you need a quick dessert that will make everyone think you're a baking genius. With just a few simple steps, you'll transform frozen dough into a mouthwatering treat that will have your family and friends begging for more.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 rolls
Ingredients
- 1 package frozen bread dough
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Remove frozen bread dough from packaging and let thaw at room temperature for approximately 2 hours until soft and pliable. Cover with a clean kitchen towel to prevent drying.
- Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- On a clean, lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed bread dough into a rectangular shape approximately 12x9 inches.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, melted butter, and ground cinnamon until well combined to create the filling.
- Spread the brown sugar mixture evenly across the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Starting from the long side, carefully roll the dough into a tight log, ensuring the filling remains inside.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled dough into 12 equal-sized rounds, approximately 1 inch thick.
- Place the cut rolls into the prepared baking pan, leaving a small space between each roll to allow for rising.
- Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel and let rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 30 minutes until they have doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) during the final rising period.
- Remove the towel and bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
- While rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth.
- Remove rolls from oven and let cool for 5 minutes, then drizzle the glaze evenly over the warm rolls.
- Serve warm and enjoy the sweet, gooey cinnamon rolls fresh from the oven.
Tips
- Thawing is crucial: Allow the frozen dough to thaw completely at room temperature, which typically takes about 2 hours. Cover with a towel to prevent drying out.
- Temperature matters: Ensure your kitchen is warm but not hot when letting the rolls rise. A consistent, draft-free environment helps them rise evenly.
- Don't rush the rising process: Let the rolls double in size for the lightest, fluffiest texture.
- Use a sharp knife for clean cuts when slicing the rolled dough to ensure uniform rolls.
- Check your oven temperature with a separate thermometer to ensure accurate baking.
- For extra richness, you can add a sprinkle of chopped nuts or raisins to the filling.
- The glaze is best applied while the rolls are still warm to create a smooth, glossy finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
