Our TikTok Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect way to start your day. They're soft, fluffy, and just like Cinnabon Cinnabon rolls with cream cheese frosting! You'll love this easy, TikTok Cinnamon Roll hack!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
If you have ever been disappointed about how a saved cinnamon bun is dry or hard after baking, then this recipe is for you! The TikTok cinnamon rolls hack is unique, but it makes for super moist and flaky cinnamon rolls. They even reheat the next day still tender and bakery fresh!
All you need is store-bought Rhodes cinnamon roll dough and a few simple ingredients that you probably have on hand.
For other delicious quick breakfast treats see our Pumpkin Pecan Waffles, Lemon Blackberry Bread, or an amazing Pumpkin Cream Cheese Loaf.
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Ingredients
Look for heavy cream, not half and half or light whipping cream. If you can get the 40% cream at Costco, even better!
- Heavy Cream, at least 30% butter fat. Costco sells 40%, and it is even better. The heavy cream keeps the cinnamon rolls moist and flaky.
- Brown Sugar - light or dark, does not matter.
- Ceylon Cinnamon is preferred. It is much sweeter and doesn't get a bitter note if you use a heavy hand (like I do). Saigon Cinnamon is actually Cassia, related to cinnamon, but not true cinnamon. Saigon Cinnamon/Cassia is better for savory dishes.
- Rhodes frozen cinnamon rolls - a package of 12
Ceylon cinnamon is best for baking and sweet dishes. It has a more pronounced cinnamon flavor and less heat.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make TikTok Cinnamon Rolls
This is the perfect morning breakfast to plan for Christmas or Easter morning, or any family weekend brunch. Set the cinnamon rolls up to defrost in your refrigerator the night before.
Let them rise when you first get up, and then bake while your family wakes up to the smell of cinnamon rolls baking and fresh coffee!
Prepare the Cream Mixture
- Combine the cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and brown sugar in a bowl and mix.
- Pour into a baking pan that will hold 12 cinnamon rolls with enough room to double in size.
Defrost the Dough Rolls
- Place the FROZEN cinnamon rolls into the heavy cream mixture in the baking dish.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. Best to do this the right before heading to bed.
Proof The Cinnamon Rolls
- Take the cinnamon roll pan out of the refrigerator in the morning.
- Remove the plastic wrap and let the rolls rise for 1 to 2 hours.
Bake The Cinnamon Rolls
- When the rolls have doubled in size bake in the oven at 350 F for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool until just warm.
Ice and Serve Cinnamon Rolls
- Use ½ of a packet to GLAZE the rolls when still pretty warm. Let them cool, then use the rest of the icing to frost them thicker!
PRO TIP: The package of Rhodes frozen rolls comes with two large packets of icing. If you double ice your cinnamon rolls, they will stay moist and fresh longer.
Serving Suggestions
These TikTok Cinnamon rolls are welcome with coffee and tea just about any time. Whether it's the aroma of baking cinnamon laced rolls and coffee that you wake up to, or savory Air Fried Bacon, your day is sure to be off to a great start!
For other delicious quick breakfast treats see our Raspberry & White Chocolate Loaf Cake, Lemon Blackberry Bread, or an amazing Pumpkin Cream Cheese Loaf.
When baking cinnamon buns like our Cream Cheese Pumpkin Bread, or this Pumpkin Butter recipe, Ceylon cinnamon is the sweeter, more flavorful choice.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Equipment
You want a 9 x 13 size baking dish or pan for 12 of these cinnamon rolls. My round baking dish was really only suited for 9. You need to leave a little elbow room for them to double in size. So, if baking all twelve, use a 9 x 13 pan.
- Ceramic 9 x 13 Baking Dish
- 9 x 13 Baking Pan (with bonus roasting rack)
Storage
Cover any leftover cinnamon rolls. Reheat in the microwave on 15 second intervals. You can also freeze the baked cinnamon rolls.
Tips for Success
- Don't over crowd your rising cinnamon rolls.
- Set the frozen rolls in the cream mixture in the refrigerator late at night before bed.
- Wait until cool to do the second icing session.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can substitute the Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Roll Bisquits, but the Rhodes frozen cinnamon roll dough has a more authentic 'Cinnabon' copycat taste!
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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TikTok Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 pkg Rhodes Frozen Cinnamon Rolls
- 3 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon powder
- 2 packets icing included with Rhodes frozen dough
Instructions
Prepare the Night Before
- Mix the heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until mixed. Pour into the baking dish or pan.3 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon powder
- Place the frozen cinnamon rolls in the baking pan on top of the heavy cream. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.1 pkg Rhodes Frozen Cinnamon Rolls
In the Morning
- Remove the pan of cinnamon rolls from the refrigerator. Remove the plastic wrap.
- Let the cinnamon rolls come to room temperature and rise for about 1 to 2 hours. They will be about double in size. Preheat the oven to 350° F
- Place the pan of risen cinnamon rolls in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool until still warm to the touch. Spread ½ of an icing packet on the top of the rolls. It will melt and disappear, but it is actually creating a seal to hold in the moisture. The icing will stiffen when cooled completely.2 packets icing
- After the cinnamon rolls have cooled completely, ice the cinnamon rolls with the remaining 1 and ½ packets of icing. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Don't over crowd your rising cinnamon rolls.
- Set the frozen rolls in the cream mixture in the refrigerator late at night before bed.
- Wait until cool to do the second icing session.
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