Quick No-Yeast Cinnamon Rolls
60% authentic · American
A simplified version of classic cinnamon rolls, using a quick biscuit-like dough that doesn't require yeast or rising time, perfect for a speedy treat.
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Ingredients
- All-purpose flour2 cups
- Baking powder2 teaspoons
- Granulated sugar1/4 cup
- Salt1/2 teaspoon
- Cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes1/2 cup
- Milk1/2 cup
- Brown sugar, packed1/2 cup
- Ground cinnamon1 tablespoon
- Powdered sugar1 cup
- Milk or cream2-3 tablespoons
Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt.
- 3
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 4
Stir in the milk until just combined to form a soft dough.
- 5
On a lightly floured surface, pat or gently roll the dough into a rectangle (about 8x10 inches).
- 6
In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon.
- 7
Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
- 8
Roll up the dough tightly from one long side.
- 9
Cut the roll into 8 slices.
- 10
Place slices cut-side up in the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 11
While rolls bake, whisk together powdered sugar and milk/cream to create a glaze.
- 12
Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls.
