single serve cinnamon roll

Name: single serve cinnamon roll
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup all purpose flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 2 tsp coconut oil (melted); 1 tsp maple syrup; 2 1/2 tbsp milk; 2 tbsp salted butter (softened); 1-2 tbsp dark brown sugar; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/3 cup powdered sugar; 1/2 tbsp salted butter (softened); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tbsp milk or half & half

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single serve cinnamon roll is the perfect recipe for when you're craving that fluffy dough paired with cinnamon sugar filling. it's easy to make, delicious and gluten free friendly.

do you ever crave something so much that it's all you can think about? well that was me when i wanted a cinnamon roll a week ago. i couldn't get it out of my head!

therefore, i created this recipe. a single serve cinnamon roll that takes little time to make and is absolutely delicious.

you can multiply the recipe to make as many cinnamon rolls as you need or stick with the one!

when i make this recipe, i like to use a flavored butter such as maple cinnamon or a honey butter for added flavor. however, regular butter will work just as well!

now let's get rollin' with it and talk about the ingredients.

main ingredients

cinnamon roll dough rolled out topped with butter and sugar

what is a cinnamon roll?

besides being a magical creation there is a more specific definition! a cinnamon roll is a sweet baked dough dough filled with a cinnamon sugar filling. usually also topped with a sweet glaze or buttercream frosting.

how to make a cinnamon roll

you will start off by prepping the ingredients. i like to measure out all the ingredients i need ahead of time, it keeps the process easy!
once you have the ingredients together, it's time to make the dough.
next we will make the filling with the butter, cinnamon and brown sugar.
now it is time to spread the filling on the dough. start by covering the rolled out dough with the softened butter. top it with the dark brown sugar and cinnamon.
roll the dough and filling into a tight spiral. now it's time to bake the cinnamon roll!
after the cinnamon roll is done baking, let it cool.
while the cinnamon roll is cooling, make the buttercream frosting
last but not least, spread the frosting on top
dig in and enjoy!

cinnamon roll dough rolled out and topped with butter, cinnamon and sugar

frequently asked questions

what's the different between a cinnamon bun and cinnamon roll?

cinnamon buns typically have nuts in their filling and are flipped upside down after baking. they also do not have a frosting on top.

cinnamon rolls traditionally do not have nuts in them and are topped with icing after baking.

do i have to use gluten free flour?

nope! you can use regular all purpose flour. i don't recommend using almond flour, coconut flour or oat flour as that may affect the final result.

do i need rapid rise instant yeast?

nope! the baking powder does all the rising it needs to make this cinnamon roll.

can i bake this in the microwave?

you can try! however, i have not tested this and recommend baking in the oven to get the right results. however, i will test this recipe in the microwave and will report back to update you on if it works!

can i make this ahead of time and store it?

you can make this cinnamon roll ahead of time, however, i wouldn't recommend more than 1 day before you plan to eat it and suggest heating it up! however, it is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven!

baked cinnamon roll on a plate without frosting

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