Discover the secret to the best homemade cinnamon rolls with our foolproof recipe! Learn our heavy cream trick that makes a gooey caramel sauce on the bottom of the rolls.
It’s been over 7 years since we first unveiled our homemade cinnamon roll recipe. And since that first day the recipe made its appearance on Tastes of Lizzy T, you all have loved it.
We thank you so much for your support and excitement for this recipe. We love hearing from you about the many ways these easy homemade cinnamon rolls find their way to your table, bringing your family together just as it has ours for over 23 years.
There’s nothing quite like the cherished tradition of eating homemade cinnamon rolls on Thanksgiving, Christmas morning or other special occasions.
With a pillowy soft dough, a rich cinnamon filling, and melt-in-your-mouth cream cheese frosting, these are often called a Cinnabon Copycat Recipe. I spent the first 5 years of my marriage researching (and taste-testing ) cinnamon roll recipes and cracked the code that made everyone beg for the recipe.
Our cinnamon rolls were the first to feature the secret of heavy cream. Yes, we’ve been pouring cream over unbaked cinnamon rolls for 23 years. This secret ingredient transforms the base into an irresistible caramel sauce that’s the hallmark of the gooey cinnamon roll.
What readers are saying:
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Sara says, “I made these about 5 times already, and each time they turn out SO perfect. i followed the recipe EXACTLY as written and had no issues at all! I find that depending on the size of the pan i use, the baking time varies (which is normal and expected) – so just watch them after the 25 minute mark carefully. Sooooo yummy and always a hit! Thank you!”
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Nina says, I have wanted to make cinnamon rolls for awhile, but couldn’t find the right recipe, until now! This is easiest recipe, absolutely perfect. My friends & family devoured them in literally minutes! Thank you so much for this amazing recipe… I’m going to try the pumpkin rolls tomorrow, can’t wait!
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Amy says, “I wanted Cinnabon this morning, but was unwilling to leave the house. I made these instead and I can 110% say it was worth the effort. I will NEVER eat Cinnabon again. “
I love that last comment by Amy. Is this the official Cinnabon recipe? No, but it is better than the original. And I’ll teach you exactly how to make them.
Before You Start: Tips on How to Make Cinnamon Rolls
- Be sure that your milk is warm to activate the yeast, but not too hot so that it kills the yeast (115º Fahrenheit is perfect). You’ll also want to warm the butter so it is soft and mixes in easily. But again, the butter should not be over 110º Fahrenheit. I use salted butter, but unsalted butter works well too.
- Bring the eggs to room temperature also by placing them in a glass of warm water before adding them to the mix. If the ingredients are not cold, they’ll help the yeast to do what it needs to do quickly and give a beautiful rise to your cinnamon rolls.
- In the video I use a stand mixer to mix the dough. If you have bread machine, use the dough cycle to make this extremely easy. Or, go the old-fashioned route and get those hands working by kneading the bread without a mixer. If you decide to knead by hand, be careful not to add too much flour. The dough is supposed to be tacky, which is what keeps these rolls soft.
Making Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls At Home | But Better
What makes Cinnabon so special?
“It’s what provides that unmistakable aroma and ooey-gooey thick consistency to Cinnabon’s world-famous cinnamon rolls and our other irresistible baked treats,” Jennifer Hollwill, Cinnabon’s Senior Director of Culinary Research and Development told MyRecipes.
What are the side effects of cinnamon?
Cinnamon have no side effects if consume in moderation. But heavy use could irritate your mouth and lips, causing sores. Some people are allergic to it. It might cause redness and irritation if you put it on your skin. Cinnamon may affect your blood sugar, so if you have diabetes and take cinnamon supplements, you might need to adjust your treatment.
Are these gooey cinnamon rolls a clone of a Cinnabon?
I’m in! These gooey cinnamon rolls are so very simple. Before you know it (with a little patience), you’ll have a sweet, soft bread with buttery cinnamon, ooey-gooey centers, and an amazing, fluffy Cinnabon frosting—a clone of a Cinnabon!
Are Cinnabon rolls real?
I spoke with Jennifer Holwill, vice president of culinary and executive chef at Cinnabon about the theory. When it comes to Cinnabon rolls, Holwill says the theory is a bit of an internet urban legend. “It’s true,” Holwill said.