40+ Cinnamon Bun Recipes
Cinnamon Buns are one of my all-time favorite treats, so even though I’ve perfected our recipe for Copycat Cinnabons, I’ve gone on to create many cinnamon bun-inspired recipes and a multitude of sweet rolls using different flavors. Today, we’ve collected them all together (along with some favorites from around the web) to create the Ultimate Collection of Cinnamon Bun Recipes.
40+ Cinnamon Bun and Cinnamon Inspired Recipes
Whether you’re a fan of the classic, gooey cinnamon bun or eager to explore new twists on this beloved treat, we’ve got something to satisfy every craving.
Our collection includes traditional recipes like luscious strawberry sweet rolls and festive gingerbread cinnamon buns, as well as a comforting cinnamon bun casserole that makes for an irresistible breakfast or dessert.
But the deliciousness doesn’t stop there.
We’ve also curated a selection of inventive cinnamon bun-inspired creations that take this classic flavor profile into unexpected realms.
Imagine the delight of cinnamon bun popcorn, a perfect blend of sweet and savory crunch, or the morning joy of cinnamon bun pancakes, drizzled with icing and packed with flavor.
And don’t miss out on our cinnamon bun cookies—bite-sized treats that deliver all the taste of your favorite bun in a fun and portable form. Dive into these recipes to bring the warmth and sweetness of cinnamon buns to every corner of your kitchen!
Pin this Sweet Collection of Cinnamon Bun Inspired Recipes for Your Next Baking Session:
Tips For Cinnamon Buns Recipes
- Use fresh yeast: Fresh yeast is essential for making cinnamon buns rise and giving them a light, airy texture. Check the expiration date on your yeast packet and make sure to store it in the fridge or freezer to keep it fresh. If you’re using active dry yeast, make sure to activate it in warm water before adding it to the dough.
- Use Softened Butter for the Filling: For the cinnamon-sugar filling, use softened butter so it spreads easily across the dough. This prevents the filling from clumping and ensures every bite is flavorful.
- Let the dough rest: Letting the dough rest, or “proof,” allows the yeast to ferment and the gluten to develop, giving the buns their signature texture. Make sure to let the dough rest in a warm, draft-free place for at least an hour.
- Add Icing While Warm: For that gooey, melt-in-your-mouth experience, drizzle the icing over the buns while they’re still warm. The heat will slightly melt the icing, coating the buns perfectly.
- Roll Out Evenly: When rolling out the dough, aim for an even thickness. This ensures that all the buns bake uniformly, without any being undercooked or overly dry.
- Practice makes perfect: Making cinnamon buns is an art that takes practice, so don’t be discouraged if your first batch doesn’t turn out perfectly. Keep trying, and you’ll soon be a cinnamon bun pro!
Check out our quick recipe video for how to make Cinnabon-inspired Cinnamon Rolls before making any of the below recipe to see the steps necessary to make homemade cinnamon buns:
40 Cinnamon Bun Recipes
Swedish Cinnamon Buns From Sugar Spice And Glitter
These Swedish Cinnamon Buns are like fancy cinnamon rolls that have a flaky exterior, chewy center and layers upon layers of cinnamon-sugar goodness.
These buns are super soft and fluffy, filled with a gooey cinnamon swirl, and twisted into cute shapes. Perfect for a yummy breakfast or afternoon snack!
Copycat Cinnamon Homemade Cinnamon Buns From Sugar Spice And Glitter
These Homemade cinnamon buns are favorite treats, soft and chewy with crunchy, caramelized edges for a special family brunch that tastes like it came straight from Cinnabon!
There’s a decent amount of cinnamon-sugar filling in each one, topped with a maple-vanilla cream cheese frosting that brings the perfect balance of sweetness.
Gingerbread Cinnamon Buns (with Video) From Sugar Spice And Glitter
These sweet rolls have all of the flavor of a gingerbread cookie plus all of the best parts of a cinnamon bun combined together to make the ultimate Christmas brunch treat.
A fluffy roll, sweet cinnamon-gingerbread filling, crispy caramelized tops smothered with cream cheese frosting.
Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Rolls from Sugar, Spice and Glitter
Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Rolls are soft, tender and rich cinnamon rolls generously studded with melted chocolate chips and topped with a luscious chocolate cream cheese icing drizzle.
Slow Cooker Cinnamon Buns From Sugar Spice And Glitter
Slow Cooker Cinnamon Buns are a great option for a special breakfast. The slow cooker allows for fluffy, delicious cinnamon buns that still crisp up slightly on the edges.
The cinnamon buns pull apart into individual buns, or you can slice through and serve it up french toast-style!
Cinnamon Bun Cookies From Sugar Spice And Glitter
The cookies are soft and tender with crunchy (not crispy) edges and have that same combination of warming flavors we love in cinnamon rolls, with a vanilla sugar cookie base and a cinnamon-brown sugar swirl.
Cinnamon Bun Cake From Sugar Spice And Glitter
This decadent Cinnamon Bun Cake is one of my favorite desserts, that has all of the scrumptious flavor of a cinnamon bun.
This dessert is a perfect way to satisfy my cinnamon bun craving.This sheet cake would be perfect for BBQs or potlucks – it’s low-fuss and easy to serve.
Cinnamon Bun Popcorn From Sugar Spice And Glitter
This delicious homemade popcorn recipe inspired by cinnamon buns with a white chocolate drizzle, It can be served for your next family movie night, or a casual dessert at a party.
Lemon Sticky Rolls From Sugar Spice And Glitter
These lemon sweet rolls are a delicious summer twist that have a vibrant citrus flavor cut with the chewy-caramelized dough.
Lemon Curd Sticky Rolls are perfect for brunch, afternoon playdates, or a light summer dessert.
Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls (with Video) From Sugar Spice And Glitter
These Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls are soft, doughy, fruity rolls which house a burst of sweet and tangy strawberry jam instead of the classic filling.
This is perfect for breakfast, a sweet snack, or even a fun dessert they’re easy to make at home and sure to be a hit with everyone!
Strawberry Sweet Rolls (With Video) From Sugar Spice And Glitter
These Strawberry Sweet Rolls are a delicious use for fresh strawberries for classic breakfast pastries. Imagine soft, fluffy dough rolls bursting with a sweet and juicy strawberry filling.
These easy-to-make rolls are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful afternoon snack.
Cinnamon Bun Pancakes Recipe From Sugar Spice And Glitter
This Cinnamon Bun Pancakes Recipe is a delicious and indulgent breakfast option. These cinnamon bun pancakes absolutely will melt in your mouth and are a perfect brunch option for when you want to really spoil your family, or wow some overnight guests.
10-Minute Cinnamon Bun Recipe From Sugar Spice And Glitter
This quick and easy cinnamon bun recipe is made in under 10 minutes. It is slightly caramelized cinnamon buns with a luscious cinnamon filling and a hint of cream cheese in that cute drizzle.
This is the perfect easy breakfast recipe for when you want a special breakfast
Easy Cinnamon Rolls From A Southern Soul
This Sweet, fluffy Easy Cinnamon Rolls are a delicious cinnamon bun recipe made with a brown sugar cinnamon swirl, and topped with vanilla cream cheese icing.
This simple recipe is great to make for breakfast, brunch and perfect for the holiday season.
Orange Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls From Sweet Recipes
These Orange Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls are made with gingerbread dough filled with cinnamon sugar and topped with orange glaze.
Finished with a glaze, these rolls are a delightful explosion of flavor, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.
Salted Maple Cinnamon Rolls From Sweet Recipes
Craving a twist on the classic cinnamon bun? These Salted Maple Cinnamon Rolls have a cinnamon maple filling then rolled in maple sugar and covered in a salted maple glaze.
These decadent rolls are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a delightful dessert.
Super Easy Pumpkin Shaped Cinnamon Rolls From Xoxo Bella
Super Easy Pumpkin Shaped Cinnamon Rolls are an easy canned cinnamon roll hack. It’s a clever pumpkin shaped dessert idea and everyone loves these homemade pumpkin treats.
These fun little treats are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert – a yummy surprise for any time of day!
Sweet Potato Cinnamon Rolls From Healthy Green Kitchen
This vegan sweet potato cinnamon roll is baked into a beautiful golden color, mixed with mashed sweet potato in the dough.
These vegan sweet potato cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy and sweet, absolutely perfect for a more indulgent breakfast, or a delicious treat!
Shortcut Pumpkin Cinnamon rolls From Pams Daily Dish
Shortcut Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are a quick and easy version of classic cinnamon rolls infused with pumpkin flavor. Made with store-bought crescent roll dough and filled with a sweet pumpkin spice mixture, they are rolled up, baked until golden, and topped with a creamy glaze.
You’ll love making these easy-peasy pumpkin cinnamon rolls anytime of year. It’s a fast and simple way to enjoy a most delicious dessert.
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls (With Crescent Rolls) From On My Kid’s Plate
Pumpkin pie crescent roll twists are a fun spin on a pumpkin pastry.
Part pumpkin cinnamon rolls, part pastry and part pumpkin pie, this delicious recipe is packed full of sweet pumpkin spice flavor that’s perfect for cozy fall mornings.
Homemade Cinnamon Rolls From What A Girl Eats
Homemade cinnamon rolls are soft, sweet pastries made with a yeasted dough. The dough is rolled out, spread with a buttery cinnamon sugar filling, and then rolled up and sliced.
These slices are baked until golden brown and often topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting. Homemade cinnamon rolls are the perfect start to any weekend breakfast or brunch.
Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls (Cinnabon Copycat) From Crayons And Cravings
Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls (Cinnabon Copycat) are a quick and easy version of the classic cinnamon rolls made in an air fryer. They feature soft, fluffy dough filled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture, rolled up, and cooked to perfection in the air fryer.
These rolls are typically topped with a creamy icing, creating a deliciously sweet and aromatic treat that’s perfect for breakfast or anytime indulgence.
TikTok Cinnamon Rolls With Heavy Cream From Crayons And Cravings
TikTok Cinnamon Rolls with Heavy Cream are a viral recipe featuring a shortcut method to make cinnamon rolls.
They’re a popular trend on TikTok for their simplicity and deliciousness, perfect for satisfying cinnamon roll cravings quickly.
Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls From Corrie Cooks
Gluten-free cinnamon rolls are a delicious twist on the classic treat, designed for those who avoid gluten and can be made to avoid milk allergens, as well.
This special recipe is for homemade gluten-free cinnamon rolls, soft and full of flavor just like the classic ones.
Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls From Corrie Cooks
Cookie Monster Cinnamon Rolls are a fun twist on the classic treat!. These playful rolls are made with regular cinnamon bun ingredients like dough, filling, and frosting, but get their name from the vibrant blue dough and yummy cookie crumbles.
If you are looking for a fun and delicious dessert that both children and children-at-heart will enjoy, then you will love these Cookie Monster cinnamon rolls.
Best Quick & Easy Cinnamon Rolls Recipe From This Silly Girl’s Kitchen
Calling all cinnamon bun lovers short on time! This recipe is your answer. It’s a twist on the classic cinnamon bun, but skips some steps to get you to those warm, gooey rolls faster.
Expect easy-to-follow instructions that might involve shortcuts like using pre-made dough or a simpler frosting. The end result? Delicious homemade cinnamon buns without the long wait!
Easy Crescent Roll Cinnamon Rolls Recipe From This Silly Girl’s Kitchen
Easy Crescent Roll Cinnamon Rolls ditches the yeast dough and uses store-bought crescent rolls for a quicker, easier treat. Simply unfold the dough, spread it with a delicious cinnamon sugar filling, roll it up, slice it, and bake.
In no time, you’ll have warm, gooey rolls bursting with cinnamon flavor, perfect for a satisfying breakfast or anytime treat.
Fluffy Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls From Lynn’s Way Of Life
Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls are a delicious way to repurpose the sourdough discard you have in your fridge!
Topped with a homemade cream cheese frosting, these cinnamon rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a holiday breakfast!
Soft Instant Pot Cinnamon Rolls From Lynn’s Way Of Life
Instant Pot Cinnamon Rolls are soft, delicious treats that are made entirely in your Instant Pot! Top them with cream cheese icing for an easy breakfast or dessert!
Sometimes you need a sweet treat, but don’t feel like turning on the oven. These easy Instant Pot Cinnamon Rolls! The dough is proofed and cooked right in your electric pressure cooker on your counter!
Biscuit Cinnamon Rolls From Simply Stacie
These Biscuit Cinnamon Rolls, made from refrigerated biscuit dough, are a warm, soft, and gooey delight that comes together in minutes, topped with a luscious vanilla glaze.
With their easy, semi-homemade approach, you can enjoy the charm of freshly baked cinnamon rolls anytime you crave a sweet, comforting treat.
Cheesecake Stuffed Cinnamon Rolls From Simply Stacie
Calling all cheesecake and cinnamon roll lovers! We’re talking classic cinnamon roll dough, loaded with a sweet and spicy cinnamon sugar filling.
With this recipe, not only are we making some tasty cinnamon rolls, but we’re stuffing them with a creamy, decadent cheesecake mixture, creating the ultimate Cheesecake Stuffed Cinnamon Rolls!
Easy Cinnamon Buns From Knife And Paddle
These Easy Cinnamon Buns are soft, gooey and oozing with cinnamon and brown sugar topped with vanilla frosting.They’re made with a dough.
The dough is rolled out, spread with a cinnamon sugar filling, and then wrapped up like a pinwheel. After slicing and baking, you’ll have soft, fluffy rolls bursting with cinnamon goodness in no time!
Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls From Culinary Shades
Cinnamon rolls are flavorful sweet rolls made with a filling of butter, cinnamon, and sugar in the dough. They make a perfect breakfast or a treat and can be eaten anytime during the day.
This no-egg bread machine cinnamon rolls are so delicious and irresistible that they are served as a treat or dessert and also eaten anytime during the day.
Christmas Tree Cinnamon Rolls From Culinary Shades
Christmas tree cinnamon rolls are cinnamon rolls arranged in a pull-apart Christmas tree design and decorated with holiday-themed frosting and sprinkles.
They are easy to make and also can be planned ahead of time. The cinnamon rolls are arranged in a Christmas tree design and once baked, they are decorated with holiday-themed frosting and sprinkles.
Easy Air Fryer Cinnamon Roll Bites With Canned Biscuits From Dinner Done Quick
Easy Air Fryer Cinnamon Roll Bites with Canned Biscuits are a delightful twist on classic cinnamon rolls, made effortlessly in an air fryer. These bite-sized treats use store-bought canned biscuits and are quick to prepare.
Starting with a can of dough cuts down on prep time, so you can enjoy crispy, sweet, and delicious little bites in way less time.
Cinnamon Roll Casserole From Dash For Dinner
This easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole recipe is the perfect solution for special occasions. Made with store-bought cinnamon roll dough, this is the best way to get all the flavor of traditional cinnamon rolls – without all of the work.
Just a few simple ingredients come together to make a fluffy, fragrant, and decadent breakfast that the whole family will love.
Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole From Dash For Dinner
Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole is the perfect easy recipe made with refrigerated cinnamon rolls, heavy cream, and just a few basic ingredients.
Imagine the entire family waking up on Christmas morning to the smells of sweet cinnamon and yeasty dough wafting from the kitchen.
Yeast Free Cinnamon Rolls From Food and Service
These yeast free cinnamon rolls are soft and fluffy that can be made in one bowl without the need for kneading or rising time!
The dough is slathered with melted butter and then packed with cinnamon sugar before rolled up and baked. While still slightly warm, spread sweet and tangy cream cheese frosting over it.
Easy To Make Golden Grahams Cinnamon Rolls From Food and Service
Easy Golden Grahams Cinnamon Rolls use store-bought crescent dough for a quicker path to gooey goodness. Spread with a buttery cinnamon sugar mixture, the dough gets a fun and flavorful twist.
Roll it up, slice it, bake it, and enjoy warm, gooey cinnamon rolls in no time – perfect for busy mornings or a sweet surprise anytime!
Turkey Cinnamon Roll From In The Kid’s Kitchen
These Turkey cinnamon rolls are a cute and easy breakfast to make for Thanksgiving morning! These playful pastries start with classic cinnamon roll dough, rolled out, filled with gooey cinnamon sugar,
It is then cut into cute oval bodies with separate head, wattle, and beak shapes. Give it a turkey scene with candy eyes, pretzel stick legs, and a red candy corn snood.
Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls From Cinnamon And Sage Co
Try this fresh spin on a classic, family favorite treat! Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls are just as soft and gooey as classical cinnamon rolls but with the authentic taste of strawberries.
With a pretty pink frosting and ravishingly red strawberry filling, this will soon become a mainstay treat in your home. Perfect for a fun Friday night or a special breakfast treat, no matter when you make these Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls, they are sure to go fast.
Out Of This World Cinnamon Rolls From Pams Daily Dish
Brace yourself for an out-of-this-world experience!
When you bite into one of these out of this world cinnamon rolls you are not going to believe how much they taste like the ones you get at the mall. Perfect for wowing guests or treating yourself to a breakfast sensation that’s out of this world!
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the secret to making soft and fluffy cinnamon buns?
Use active yeast, warm milk, and a touch of sugar helps activate the fermentation process, Allowing the dough to rest and rise in a warm, draft-free environment enables the yeast to ferment slowly, producing a tender and airy texture.
How do I achieve a smooth and creamy glaze?
To achieve a smooth and creamy glaze for cinnamon buns, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until fully dissolved, then adjust the consistency by adding more milk or sugar as needed.
Additionally, make sure to glaze the buns while they’re still warm, as this will help the glaze spread evenly and absorb into the dough, resulting in a beautifully glazed and deliciously sweet treat.
Can I freeze cinnamon buns?
Yes, you can freeze cinnamon buns! In fact, freezing is a great way to preserve their freshness and flavor. To freeze, bake the buns as directed, then allow them to cool completely on a wire rack. Wrap the cooled buns tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. Frozen buns can be stored for up to 2 months. Note that frozen buns are perfect for make-ahead breakfasts or snacks!
Cinnamon buns are the best snack, with their soft, fluffy dough, cinnamon filling, and creamy frosting, they offer irresistible flavors and textures that will take your baking skill to the next level.
In this post we have added a list of yummy cinnamon recipes from strawberry cinnamon rolls, yeast free cinnamon rolls, to swedish cinnamon buns. These cinnamon buns are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful afternoon snack.
Remember, the key to perfect cinnamon buns lies in the dough’s tenderness, the richness of the filling, and the irresistible allure of the icing.
