No Yeast Mini Muffin Cinnamon Rolls

Posted by Lisa | Sweet 2 Eat Baking on October 8, 2012

Mini Muffin Cinnamon Rolls

*stands up* Hi, I’m Lisa and I have a confession. I, um, have never had a cinnamon roll… until now. *sees all the jaw dropped faces* I know, I’m sorry. You may beat me now!

Yes, it’s true. But I was determined to change that and change that I did. It all started one summery evening a few months back when I was relaxing in bed watching Man Vs Food. It was the episode where they made those epically giant cinnamon rolls. My eyes widened, the swallowing commenced and so did the drool.

From that point on, I had already stored those wonderful cinnamon rolls in my ‘to make and bake bank’ in my mind.

Then came the glorious day. I had a dilemma. To yeast or not to yeast? I haven’t actually baked anything with yeast in yet so I wasn’t ready to go the yeast route and end up screwing these pupsters up! No yeast route it is then. I’ll be taking the yeasty route soon though. 🙂

I also decided I wanted to go the total opposite on the Man vs Food ones too with mini cinnamon rolls (baby rolls, aww). And on top of that, I wanted them in muffin form too but not actual muffins. Still with me?

Lordy, these are g-o-o-d-! And they’re super easy to make and relatively quick too. Always a bonus! My only regret is perhaps I didn’t roll the dough thin enough. They were perfect rolls unbaked but once the sugar caramelised, they did unravel a bit. But maybe that’s the nature of the beast?

No Yeast Mini Muffin Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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Prep Time: 30 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Yield: 12 rolls

Quick and easy no yeast mini cinnamon rolls baked in a muffin pan. Perfect for a fall treat.

Ingredients:

FOR THE DOUGH:

2 cups plain (all-purpose) flour
2 tbsp granulated white sugar
3 tsp baking powder
45g Anchor butter, softened
¾ cup milk
1 large egg, beaten

FOR THE FILLING:

60g Anchor butter, softened
1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
3 tsp ground cinnamon

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 200℃/400℉/Gas Mark 6. Spray a muffin tin with nonstick spray or line with silicone cases.
Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, combine the filling ingredients with a fork until a crumbly mixture is formed.
Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Use clean hands (or a pastry blender) to work the butter into the dry ingredients. Add the milk and the egg and stir to combine.
Roll the dough out on a floured surface into roughly shaped large rectangle (about ¼ inch thick). Sprinkle the filling evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a ½ inch border all the way around. Carefully roll up the rectangle (the dough will be soft). Use a sharp knife to cut 12 rolls. If you want smaller rolls, cut them a little smaller and you’ll get 18. Carefully place the rolls in the prepared muffin tin.
Bake 20 to 25 minutes. Enjoy undecorated or decorate with glade icing or whipped cream for a different kick.

Notes:

If you prefer not to have the cinnamon rolls with glace icing, then they’re equally delicious with some quick and easy Anchor extra thick squirty cream, heaven!

Recipe Source:

Adapted from Recipe Girl

I also got to try out some of Anchors rewards club items. Namely the silicone cases and the pretty Anchor cake tin. Both generously donated to me from Anchor. To get your hands on them and other different items, see below.

Disclosure: I’m working with Anchor to promote their brand new Rewards Club, find out how you can get some of their kitchenware as well as more prizes at https://rewardsclub.anchordairy.co.uk

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Posted by Lisa | Sweet 2 Eat Baking on October 8, 2012

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19 Comments on “No Yeast Mini Muffin Cinnamon Rolls”

carrian — October 9, 2012 @1:17 am Reply

SHOOT! I knew I shouldn't have clicked over until this weekend. I'm trying to not eat a treat tonight, but now I'm drooling over these!
Amanda — October 9, 2012 @1:27 am Reply

Ooh, these look really good. I generally make yeasted rolls, but these could be very good stand-ins sometimes.
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) — October 9, 2012 @1:28 am Reply

These look delish!!!

I CANNOT BELIEVE you'd never had a cinnamon roll!

Also-yeast is not scary. You should def. try using it soon! I promise, I was wary of it at first but now I used it constantlyyy
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel — October 9, 2012 @2:39 am Reply

You've NEVER had a cinnamon roll? I'm so glad you remedied that because cinnamon rolls, my friend, are my absolute favorites. My kryptonite. I can't quit 'em. And I LOVE that these are no-yeast because secretly, yeast gives me the heebie-jeebies. I'm scared of it!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust — October 9, 2012 @2:43 am Reply

I'm sorry...my jaw is still on the floor. ;) I can't believe you never had one before! They are my favorite breakfast food EVER. :) Love these no yeast ones, a lot!
Chris — October 9, 2012 @5:22 am Reply

That seems to be quite easy to do and it is for sure yummy as well. I like to work with cinnamon.
Mari — October 9, 2012 @3:43 pm Reply

Deee-lic-ious. That is all <3
Choc Chip Uru — October 9, 2012 @8:11 pm Reply

Finally you have tasted the stunning cinnamon flavour my friend, nice one :D

Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Loretta E — October 9, 2012 @9:02 pm Reply

I can't believe you've never had cinnamon rolls! You shouldn't be afraid of using yeast either. I don't know what the big deal is with people being intimidated by yeast, but I've done tons of stuff and have never had to toss anything (and believe me, I'm no professional!) If you're really nervous, just make sure you have a thermometer so your liquid is the right temp. Plus, all that kneading is good for working out extra aggression :)
Sandra — October 9, 2012 @9:17 pm Reply

Yum!!
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious — October 11, 2012 @8:18 pm Reply

No yeast?! Yes, please! I definitely need to make these ASAP!
Ala — October 12, 2012 @3:12 am Reply

I love how simple these gems are! Yeast still creeps me out slightly because I know that there are *living organisms* that create my food, cause it to rise, and then are summarily snuffed out when baked--but don't let that deter you. It makes for some great breads and pastries!
Ala — October 12, 2012 @3:12 am Reply

I love how simple these gems are! Yeast still creeps me out slightly because I know that there are *living organisms* that create my food, cause it to rise, and then are summarily snuffed out when baked--but don't let that deter you. It makes for some great breads and pastries!
gloria — October 14, 2012 @2:06 am Reply

Look amazing I love cinnamon rolls!!
gloria — October 14, 2012 @2:06 am Reply

Look amazing I love cinnamon rolls!!
sally @ sallys baking addiction — October 14, 2012 @7:37 pm Reply

OMG Lisa. Yours look SO SO good. I saw Loi's recipe and have been eyeing it for months! You've convinced me... I have to make them PRONTO! I'm glad you finally tried a cinnamon roll!!
sally @ sallys baking addiction — October 14, 2012 @7:37 pm Reply

OMG Lisa. Yours look SO SO good. I saw Loi's recipe and have been eyeing it for months! You've convinced me... I have to make them PRONTO! I'm glad you finally tried a cinnamon roll!!
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction — October 18, 2012 @7:41 pm Reply

These are drool worthy! And you don't have to use yeast. . .perfect!
Lizbeth — July 1, 2016 @4:35 am Reply

I am new to your website. How much in cup measurements is 60 g