Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls are the easiest cinnamon rolls to make and they are absolutely delicious. Made with pre-made Hawaiian rolls, these cinnamon rolls can be ready to eat in less than 30 minutes!
Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls work perfectly as a sweet breakfast treat or delicious dessert. They are perfect for special occasions, holidays, or any time you want to indulge in something sweet and comforting.
To make these cinnamon rolls, you will need just a few basic ingredients, including Hawaiian rolls, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk. The rolls are sliced in half and filled with a cinnamon sugar butter mixture before being baked in the oven. Once the rolls are done, a simple cream cheese frosting is poured over the top.
Why you’ll love this Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Roll recipe
- Easy to make. Most cinnamon rolls require a couple of hours for mixing, letting dough rise, shaping the rolls, etc. These cinnamon rolls are made with pre-made Hawaiian sweet rolls, making it possible for the cinnamon rolls to be ready after just a few minutes of prep and 15 minutes of baking.
- Absolutely delicious. Take Hawaiian rolls and add butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon and then top them with a cream cheese frosting. Can’t go wrong with those ingredients!
Ingredients in Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls
Hawaiian Rolls – The cinnamon rolls are made by slicing Hawaiian rolls in half and putting a butter/brown sugar/cinnamon filling in the middle.
Butter – You will need 12 tablespoons of butter. Some of it is melted in the bottom of the pan, some of it is mixed with the brown sugar and cinnamon, and the rest of it is used in the frosting.
Brown sugar – Brown sugar is used in the cinnamon sugar mixture to add sweetness and depth of flavor. The brown sugar is mixed with melted butter and cinnamon to create a delicious filling for the rolls. For best results, use brown sugar that is soft and fresh.
Cinnamon – Can’t have cinnamon rolls without cinnamon, right?!!
Cream cheese – This is the main ingredient in the frosting. You can use any variety of cream cheese (regular, low-fat or non-fat). Make sure that the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing with the other frosting ingredients.
Powdered sugar – Powdered sugar is used in the frosting to add sweetness and to help create a smooth and creamy texture.
Milk – Any type of milk will work to thin out the frosting. Feel free to add a little more or less to get the frosting to the exact consistency you’re looking for.
How to make Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls
Preheating the oven
Preheat oven to 350°.
Slicing and Arranging the Rolls
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish.
Next, slice the 12-count Hawaiian rolls in half and lay the bottom half of the rolls on top of the melted butter.
Preparing the Cinnamon Butter
In a small bowl, melt 8 tablespoons of butter. Mix in the brown sugar and cinnamon. Spread half of the cinnamon butter on the rolls in the pan, using a pastry brush, spoon, or spatula to evenly distribute it. Place the tops of the rolls over the butter mixture and pour the rest of the cinnamon butter evenly over the top of the rolls.
Baking and Frosting the Rolls
Bake the rolls for 15 minutes. While the rolls are baking, prepare the frosting.
In a small bowl, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add 4 ounces of softened cream cheese, 2 cups of powdered sugar, and ¼ cup of milk. Whisk until smooth.
Remove the cinnamon rolls from the oven and let them set for 10 minutes. Pour the frosting over the rolls and use a knife or spatula to evenly spread it over them.
Slice and serve the delicious Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls while they are still warm.
Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients
- 12 count Hawaiian Rolls
- 12 tablespoons butter divided
- ⅔ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish.
- Lay the bottom half of the rolls in the pan.
- In a small bowl melt 8 tablespoons of butter. Mix in the brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Spread half of the cinnamon butter on the rolls in the pan. I like to use a pastry brush for this, but you can use a spoon or spatula to spread the butter all over the rolls.
- Place the tops of the rolls over the butter mixture. Pour the rest of the cinnamon butter evenly over the top of the rolls.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- While the rolls are baking, mix up the frosting.
To make the frosting:
- In a small bowl melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the cream cheese, powdered sugar and milk and whisk until smooth.
- Remove cinnamon rolls from oven and let them set for 10 minutes. Pour the frosting over the rolls and use a knife or spatula to evenly spread it over them.
- Slice and serve! Like all cinnamon rolls, these are much better warm!
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Serving Suggestions for Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls
Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls are a delicious treat that can be enjoyed any time of day. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a dessert. Here are a few serving suggestions to help you enjoy these tasty rolls to the fullest:
- Serve with a hot cup of coffee or tea for breakfast or brunch.
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of a warm cinnamon roll for a delicious dessert.
- Drizzle caramel sauce or chocolate syrup over the rolls for an extra decadent treat.
- Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the cinnamon butter mixture for added texture and flavor.
- Serve alongside fresh fruit, such as sliced strawberries or blueberries, for a balanced breakfast or snack.
Do Hawaiian rolls contain dairy?
Hawaiian rolls do contain dairy in the form of butter, whey, and nonfat milk. Those with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance should avoid consuming these rolls.
Do Hawaiian rolls contain a lot of sugar?
Hawaiian rolls do contain sugar, but the amount varies depending on the brand and type. King’s Hawaiian rolls, for example, contain 6 grams of sugar per roll. This is what makes them so sweet and perfect for making cinnamon rolls!
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Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls are the easiest cinnamon rolls to make and they are absolutely delicious. Made with pre-made Hawaiian rolls, these cinnamon rolls can be ready to eat in less than 30 minutes!
Ami says
Wow! Mmmmm good
Jessica says
So glad you liked them Ami!
Valerie says
Like the recipe, but too sweet for our taste. Next time will do half the brown sugar and butter mixture, only putting it on the inside of each roll, brush the tops with butter before it goes in the oven. Half the amount of frosting and serve it on the side, so everyone can decide how much they want.