Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls
Transform your breakfast game with these irresistibly soft and fluffy Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls—a sweet, ooey-gooey treat that combines the convenience of store-bought cake mix with the homemade charm of classic cinnamon rolls. This beginner-friendly recipe uses yellow cake mix as the secret ingredient, lending a rich flavor and perfectly tender texture to the dough. Infused with a buttery cinnamon-sugar swirl and topped with a luscious vanilla glaze, these rolls are an indulgent delight for any occasion. Ready in just two hours with minimal effort, they’re perfect for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or anytime you’re craving something sweet. Serve them warm and watch them disappear! Keywords: cake mix cinnamon rolls, homemade cinnamon rolls, easy breakfast recipes, sweet rolls recipe, cinnamon sugar rolls.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Yellow cake mix
- 5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 packets (4.5 teaspoons total) Active dry yeast
- 2 cups Warm water (110°F)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, 4 cups of flour, and the yeast.
Gradually add the warm water to the dry mixture, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
Slowly incorporate the remaining 1 cup of flour, kneading the dough until it is smooth and elastic (about 5-7 minutes).
Lightly grease a large bowl, place the dough in it, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface.
Roll the dough into a large rectangle, about 12x18 inches in size.
Spread the softened butter evenly over the surface of the dough.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle it evenly over the buttered dough.
Starting on one long side, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces.
Place the slices, cut side up, into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan, leaving a little space between each roll.
Cover the pan with a towel and allow the rolls to rise again for 30 minutes.
While the rolls are rising, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Once risen, bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
While the rolls bake, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool for about 5 minutes, then drizzle the glaze over the top.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious cake mix cinnamon rolls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7252 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.5 g | 301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.4 g | 632% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 2296 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1236.2 g | 450% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.7 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 604.4 g | ||
| Protein | 92.8 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 958 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 38.1 mg | 212% | |
| Potassium | 1847 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
