Craving homemade cinnamon rolls but short on time? These Easy Bisquick Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect solution. Soft, fluffy, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor, these rolls skip the yeast and rising time, making them a quick and delicious treat.
Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert, they require just a few pantry staples and come together in under an hour. The secret ingredient, Bisquick baking mix, makes the dough incredibly simple to prepare while still delivering that classic cinnamon roll texture and taste. Topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, these rolls are guaranteed to become a family favorite without the hassle of traditional baking methods.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
2 cups Bisquick baking mix
2/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a round or square baking dish.
- Prepare the dough by combining Bisquick baking mix, milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Stir just until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing as it can make the dough tough.
- Lightly flour a clean surface with Bisquick mix or all-purpose flour, then transfer the dough onto it. Gently knead the dough a few times to bring it together, then roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
- Spread the softened butter evenly over the rolled-out dough, making sure to cover the entire surface right up to the edges.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the buttered dough to create a sweet and spicy layer.
- Starting from the longer edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log. Use gentle pressure to keep the roll even and avoid squeezing the filling out.
- Slice the roll into about 8 equal pieces using a sharp knife or dental floss for cleaner cuts. Place the rolls cut-side up in the prepared baking dish, leaving a little space between each one to allow for expansion.
- Bake the cinnamon rolls in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the dough comes out clean.
- While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Adjust the consistency with a little more milk or sugar if needed.
- Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool for about 5 minutes before drizzling the glaze over the top. This allows the icing to melt slightly into the rolls without running off completely.
- Serve warm for the best texture and flavor. These cinnamon rolls are perfect on their own or paired with a hot cup of coffee or tea.