Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls – Easy Homemade Recipe

Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar swirl. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch, these rolls are topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. This small-batch version delivers all the flavor of classic cinnamon rolls—without the leftovers.

Ingredients for this Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls:

Dough:

• 60 ml (1/4 cup) warm water (around 105–110°F / 40–43°C)
• 1 tsp instant dried yeast
• 60 ml (1/4 cup) full-fat or whole milk
• 30 g (2 tbsp) unsalted butter, room temp
• 35 g (2 tbsp) caster or granulated sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• 245 g (1¾ cups) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting

Cinnamon Sugar Filling:

• 30 g (2 tbsp) softened butter
• 45 g (1/4 cup) brown sugar
• 1½ tsp ground cinnamon

Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 15 g (1 tbsp) softened butter
• 150 g (3/4 cup) full-fat cream cheese, room temp
• 60 g (1/2 cup) icing sugar, sifted
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

1. Activate Yeast
   Mix warm water and yeast in a small bowl. Let sit for 5–10 mins until foamy.
2. Prepare Dough
   In a large bowl, whisk milk, butter, sugar, salt, and egg. Add yeast mix, then stir in flour gradually to form a soft dough. Knead on a floured surface for 5–6 mins until smooth.
3. Let Rise
   Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until doubled.
4. Make Filling
   In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
5. Shape Rolls
   Roll dough into a 20×25 cm rectangle. Spread filling evenly. Roll tightly and slice into 6 pieces.
6. Second Rise
   Place rolls in a greased 20 cm baking dish. Cover and let rise for 20–30 mins. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
7. Bake
   Bake for 18–20 mins, until golden brown.
8. Frosting
   Beat butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add icing sugar and vanilla; beat until fluffy.
9. Serve
   Cool slightly, top with frosting, and enjoy!

Nutrition (per roll – approx.)

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 40g
• Sugar: 20g
• Protein: 5g

Prep & Bake Time

• Prep: 20 mins
• Rising: 1 hour
• Bake: 18–20 mins
• Total: ~1 hr 40 mins

Whether it’s a weekend treat or a morning craving, Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls deliver the joy of homemade baking without the fuss.

Source: www.sweetestmenu.com