Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Rolls

Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Rolls are warm, buttery, and packed with that irresistible mix of creamy sweetness and cinnamon spice. They’re made from simple ingredients — sandwich bread, cream cheese, sugar, and butter — yet they taste like a bakery treat. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these rolls come together quickly and always disappear fast.

This recipe started as a childhood experiment. My mom used to make simple cinnamon toast, but one day I decided to roll mine up with cream cheese inside “just to see what would happen.” What came out of the oven was golden, melty, and completely addictive. Ever since then, these little rolls have been a family favorite — especially on cozy weekends when the house smells like butter and cinnamon.

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Recipe Info

Cuisine: American / Sweet Snack
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: ~160 per roll

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Ingredients

For the Rolls:

• 12 slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
• 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup butter, melted

For the Coating:

• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

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Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Make the Filling
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.

3. Flatten the Bread
Using a rolling pin, gently flatten each bread slice. This helps it roll tightly without breaking.

4. Fill and Roll
Spread about a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture over each slice. Roll tightly from one end to the other, like a jelly roll.

5. Coat in Butter and Cinnamon Sugar
Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Brush each roll with melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.

6. Bake
Place rolls on the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.

7. Serve
Serve warm as is, or with a drizzle of icing for an extra sweet touch.

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Pro Tips

• Use slightly stale bread — it holds its shape better.
• For richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
• Want a shortcut? Air fry at 360°F (180°C) for 6–7 minutes instead of baking.

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Storage

• Room Temperature: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
• Reheat: Warm in a toaster oven or air fryer for best texture.
• Freeze: Freeze unbaked rolls and bake straight from frozen, adding 2–3 extra minutes to cook time.

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FAQs

Q: Can I use flavored cream cheese?
A: Yes! Try strawberry, honey, or cinnamon-flavored cream cheese for a fun twist.

Q: Can I use whole wheat or brioche bread?
A: Absolutely. Brioche gives a richer taste, while whole wheat adds a little nuttiness.

Q: Can these be made ahead?
A: Yes, assemble them the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake fresh the next morning.

Q: Can I make them without an oven?
A: Yes — pan-fry them in butter on low heat until all sides are golden brown.

Q: How do I make them less sweet?
A: Cut the sugar in the filling by half, or skip rolling them in cinnamon sugar and dust lightly with powdered sugar instead.