Description
These Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls are an easy and quick alternative to traditional cinnamon rolls, perfect for a delicious breakfast or dessert. Made with flaky puff pastry, cinnamon sugar, and a luscious glaze, they offer a perfect blend of warm spices and buttery layers.
Ingredients
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For the Cinnamon Rolls
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
For the Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to prevent it from sticking. Brush the entire surface evenly with melted butter to create a rich, buttery flavor and help the sugar-cinnamon mixture stick.
- Mix and Sprinkle Filling: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using). Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the buttered puff pastry. Optionally, add chopped pecans or walnuts on top for extra crunch and flavor.
- Roll and Slice: Starting from one edge, tightly roll the puff pastry into a log to keep the filling inside. Slice the log into 8–10 even pieces to create individual cinnamon rolls. Arrange them cut side up on the prepared baking sheet with some space between each.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown and puffed, indicating a flaky and cooked pastry.
- Make the Glaze: While the rolls bake, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth to create a sweet glaze.
- Glaze and Serve: Once baked, let the cinnamon rolls cool slightly. Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls and serve immediately for the best experience.
Notes
- Best enjoyed fresh for optimal flakiness and taste.
- To reheat, warm in a 300°F oven for 5–7 minutes to restore crispness.
- For a richer twist, spread a thin layer of cream cheese on the puff pastry before adding the cinnamon sugar filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
