Our 15 Best Cinnamon Roll Recipes of All Time

Cinnamon rolls elicit oohs and aahs from the smell alone, but one bite into these pillowy pastries is akin to taking in a heavenly scene for the first time: it’s almost overwhelming. We have dozens of cinnamon roll recipes on the Allrecipes site, all submitted by our community of cooks. But with years of use, some of these cinnamon rolls have risen to the top of the popularity pile. Here, we combined our best cinnamon roll recipes into one list. Brew some coffee, and turn on the oven. It’s time to make a batch of ooey-gooey cinnamon rolls.

Overnight Cinnamon Rolls

Mackenzie Schieck

Making cinnamon rolls is a bit of a waiting game. You need to give the dough time to rise, and then rise again so you get the airy texture that is synonymous with the perfect cinnamon roll. For this recipe, however, you can put some of those rising hours into the overnight. That way, when you rise and shine tomorrow, your rolls are risen and waiting for a warm oven.

Danish Cinnamon Snails

Owlett

Americans would call “cinnamon snails” cinnamon rolls, writes recipe creator malene_2. But no matter what they’re called, they’re every bit as sweet and spicy as you want from a classic cinnamon roll, made Danish-style. Cardamom is a special spice addition, and reviewer samclark says you shouldn’t shy away from it: “It’s your friend. Not many people know it’s in the ginger family. It’s strong, earthy, and slightly citrusy in taste.”

No-Knead Cinnamon Rolls

Pam Ziegler Lutz

If working with dough is a hindrance to making homemade cinnamon rolls, this recipe offers another solution: no kneading. You’ll turn to a bread maker for the work of making the dough. “These are gobbled up as soon as family sees them,” writes Allrecipes member Stephanie Knewasser. “I’ll never try another cinnamon roll recipe because I think these are the best.”

Mom’s Good Cinnamon Rolls

Mom knows best, so if these are her good cinnamon rolls, we’re all in for making this on a casual Saturday morning. MISS_MARSH, who shared the recipe, wrote, “I watched mom make these rolls when I was young and have always loved how easy they are to make!”

Yeast-Free Cinnamon Rolls

Weesah

Can’t find yeast at the store or forgot to get a few envelopes the last time you were there? No worries. You can still make downright fantastic cinnamon rolls without the yeast, and what’s more, you’ll have them faster than if you used a traditional recipe. “Do yourself a favor and make these cinnamon rolls!” writes reviewer MrsK. “This recipe was so unbelievably easy, I almost wanted to cry! No yeast, no waiting for the dough to rise!”

Chef John’s Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Kathy Morgan

Pumpkin puree adds a unique flavor element to these cinnamon rolls. With hints of autumn and pumpkin spice, these cinnamon rolls will slip you into a state of fall dreaming. Reviewers suggest you go easy on the flour for the lightest, softest dough possible.

Air Fryer Cinnamon Roll Bites

Pat Bernitt

Serve these air fryer cinnamon roll bites to your family, and you’ll see smiles all around the table. They’re kid-sized and just a fun way to serve cinnamon rolls. Refrigerated cinnamon rolls are cut into bites, air fried, tossed in cinnamon sugar, and served with an orange-flavored creamy dip.

Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

“As I have just currently grown a passion in baking, I’ve never really baked much before and came across this and it was easy to follow,” says one reviewer. “Needless to say, very tasty too, with or without the icing! Turned out beautifully.”

Buttermilk Cinnamon Rolls

CC♥’s2bake

“If I could give this 10 stars, I would,” writes reviewer Lexan. “It is by far the best and easiest cinnamon bun recipe out there. I follow the dough recipe to the T, then vary the fillings.”

Ninety-Minute Cinnamon Rolls

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

More than 1700 people have given this cinnamon roll recipe five stars, which tells you precisely how good it is—and why it’s among our best cinnamon roll recipes. The dough is quick rising, thanks to instant yeast, which means you don’t need to plan days in advance for this doughy, spiced treat. “Very easy and really took only 90 minutes!” says reviewer Christy Weber Stout. “I tried them both with muffin pans and in an 11 inch square pan. I liked them better in the square pan, they were not as dry but they took longer to cook.”

Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls

Allrecipes

Using a cake mix is a genius way to speed up prep and maximize flavor. “This is the best, most flavorful cinnamon rolls,” writes reviewer KLBIENEK. “I have tried various recipes & this one has my family always asking for more… I even enjoy making them… They always turn out great!”

Cinnamon Rolls

Jesse Raschk

If you have a bread machine, this cinnamon roll recipe is for you. You’ll make the dough (often the most intimidating part of the recipe) in your machine. Then you need only let it rise a bit before you add the filling ingredients and roll the dough into spirals. The addition of instant pudding mix is unique, but it helps lend flavor and moisture to the dough. You can even make these the night before you plan to bake them, writes reviewer SAM M. “I make them the night before put them in the fridge and then set them out to rise and bake in the morning.”

Clone of a Cinnabon

Meredith Food Studios

The name tells you what to expect: the ooey gooey, doughy sensation that is the cinnamon roll from a mall food court. But, with this recipe, you need not leave your house. Almost 7,000 people have given this recipe five stars. “We have already made this recipe twice, and I just downloaded it three days ago!” writes reviewer Jaime.

Easy Cinnamon Rolls

DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS

“Best short cut recipe ever! So EASY PEASY,” says reviewer Mrs D. “My 9 year old granddaughter made it for the first time for Thanksgiving breakfast, and the rolls turned out so beautiful and yummy!”

Quick Cinnamon Rolls

ALLRECIPES / ABBEY LITTLEJOHN

“An easy cinnamon roll recipe made from scratch with no yeast, proofing, or kneading necessary!” says Allrecipes member shaunawillman, about our top cinnamon roll recipe. “Just the thing for a quick breakfast treat. They’re best enjoyed the day that they’re made.”

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