I’m in love with these No Yeast Cinnamon Rolls!
How to serve Homemade Cinnamon Rolls (No Yeast)
With a big glass of milk. DONE. But if you’re serving brunch or a big breakfast for a crowd, here are some of my savory, EASY breakfast favorites that go well with cinnamon rolls. Our kids are so darn spoiled with this whole Netflix thing. “Back in my day, we had to walk backwards in the snow 20 miles, and we only had 3 MOVIES TO WATCH!” (gasp, faint) Robin Hood just started streaming on Netflix, and Eric told me that he’d never even seen it, so of course we had to watch it. It’s so funny watching a movie that you haven’t seen in years with “new” eyes. (Don’t believe me? Try watching Bambi as an adult. Sooooo booooorrrinnnggg) If I weren’t so nostalgic about Kevin Costner and his big ol 90s hair, I’m sure I would think it was ridiculous. But I relished every cheesy line, with Eric rolling his eyes in the background. (Just in case you’re wondering, I’m totally blasting the theme song now, “(Everything I Do) I Do it For You.” Eric’s like, “This is the type of song that your middle school choir would sing.” He’s got a point.)
You will love Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Without Yeast
They are not quite the same as regular cinnamon rolls. Yeast and only yeast can produce that soft, pillowy interior. That said, who’s going to say no to a flaky biscuit-like roll smothered in butter, brown sugar, and cream cheese buttermilk frosting? No one, that’s who. Think of it like the difference between cake doughnuts and yeast doughnuts. Not the same, but both DEFINITELY worth your time. The edges of the rolls get delightfully crispy. Until you smother them in Cream Cheese Buttermilk frosting, that is. You can add or omit the cardamom as you prefer. It’s one of my favorite flavors in baking, but I know it’s an acquired taste and not something everyone loves. I don’t recommend switching up the other ingredients in this recipe. Adding the right amount of flour and leavening agents (baking powder, baking soda) is really important to making sure these rolls rise up light and tender.
What kind of cinnamon is best for cinnamon rolls?
I just buy whatever cinnamon is at the grocery store–nothing fancy. Some people get really into Ceylon vs. cassia cinnamon but I say it’s all good. If you’re a cinnamon expert and there’s a kind you LOVE, come back and tell us in the comments!
What type of flour is best for cinnamon rolls?
You should always use regular all-purpose flour for sweet rolls of any kind (including cinnamon rolls). Bread flour is great in pizza dough or round artisan loaves–wherever you want chewy, crusty bread. You don’t want chewy, crust cinnamon rolls. At least, I don’t. I want soft, fluffy rolls, and the lower gluten content in all-purpose flour is the way to get there. Creamy Scrambled Eggs for a Crowd « these are make ahead and so easy (and cheesy). Overnight Breakfast Sausage Casserole « everything you love about breakfast, wrapped up in one dish. Easy Cheesy Chile Relleno Casserole « it doesn’t get any easier or tastier than this! Spinach and Bacon Frittata « everything is better with bacon. How to Bake Bacon in the Oven « keep it super simple with this…I literally can’t imagine anything better than a soft warm cinnamon roll and a heaping pile of crispy bacon. Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram
Can you freeze cinnamon rolls?
Yes! When the cinnamon rolls have cooled, wrap them tightly and place them in ziploc bags (if wrapping individually) or a large plastic container (if wrapping as a whole pan). I recommend waiting to ice them until you defrost and re-warm them. You can make this icing and keep it in the fridge for a couple weeks, so it’s easy to ice them on demand.
Is it better to freeze cinnamon rolls before or after baking?
If you’re making regular cinnamon rolls with yeast, either way works fine. You can freeze them, unrisen, in the pan, then let them defrost and let them rise before baking. You can also just freeze them after baking (unfrosted) as directed above. These cinnamon rolls, however, don’t have any yeast. While these are similar to biscuit dough, and you can bake biscuits straight from frozen with no defrosting required, you’re baking each of the biscuits with room around them for hot air to help them cook. These are all nestled together in the pan. I haven’t tested baking these from frozen yet, but if you try it, come back and let us know how it turns out in the comments below. If you do, take a quick picture and post it on Instagram using the hashtag #TheFoodCharlatan. That way I can see it! :) Best Cinnamon Roll Recipe (So Fluffy! Can Make Overnight!) « when you’ve got time to make something truly spectacular…these are where it’s at. Swedish Cinnamon Buns with Cardamom « these are so fun to make. Plus, PEARL SUGAR! Raspberry Sweet Rolls with Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting « THESE. oh man. One Hour Almond Rolls « These are like cinnamon rolls but with an incredible honey-caramel sauce…plus sliced almonds. Quick and Easy Cinnamon Rolls from Simply Gloria Cinnamon Roll Bites from The Recipe Rebel 3 Ingredient Cinnamon Rolls from Julie’s Eats and Treats
