Land of Nod Cinnamon Buns
Wake up to the irresistible aroma of freshly baked Land of Nod Cinnamon Buns, a dreamy overnight breakfast recipe that’s as effortless as it is indulgent. Perfectly soft frozen dinner roll dough transforms into pillowy buns soaked in a luscious mixture of melted butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream, creating a gooey caramelized base that pairs perfectly with a sprinkle of warm cinnamon and optional crunchy pecans. Prepped the night before, these rolls magically thaw and rise while you sleep, leaving just 30 minutes of baking time in the morning to unveil your sweet, golden masterpiece. Ideal for holiday mornings, weekend brunches, or any time you crave a melt-in-your-mouth treat, these cinnamon buns promise to delight with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 18 pieces Frozen dinner roll dough
- 1 cup Butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Arrange frozen dinner roll dough evenly in the prepared baking dish. Ensure there is some space between the rolls to allow them to expand overnight.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and mix in the brown sugar until smooth. Add the heavy cream and stir until the mixture is creamy and fully combined.
Pour the butter mixture evenly over the frozen rolls.
Sprinkle the cinnamon over the rolls, ensuring even coverage. If using pecans, scatter them evenly on top as well.
Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and leave it out at room temperature overnight. The rolls will thaw and rise as you sleep.
The next morning, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the plastic wrap from the dish and bake the buns for 25–30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Let the cinnamon buns cool for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, drizzle with icing or serve as is for a gooey, warm treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 300.5 g | 385% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.8 g | 694% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 646 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 4676 mg | 203% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 522.8 g | 190% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 180.3 g | ||
| Protein | 62.5 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 544 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 1084 mg | 23% | |
*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.
