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Quick-Bake Spiced Sweet Rolls Recipe

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These Quick-Bake Spiced Sweet Rolls are soft, tender, and filled with a warm cinnamon and molasses mixture. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or snack, they come together quickly with simple ingredients and bake to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Finished with a luscious cream cheese glaze, these rolls balance sweet and spicy flavors for a delightful treat.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 Tbsp butter, melted (divided)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Filling

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 Tbsp butter, melted

Cream Cheese Topping

  • 5 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–4 Tbsp buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven. Set your oven to preheat at 425°F (218°C) to get it ready for baking the sweet rolls.
  2. Mix Dough Ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, buttermilk, a pinch of salt, 4 tablespoons of melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  3. Prepare the Filling. In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons melted butter until well incorporated.
  4. Knead the Dough. Lightly flour a work surface and turn out the dough. Knead it gently just a few times to bring it together smoothly.
  5. Divide and Roll Out Dough. Split the dough into two equal pieces. Roll each into a rectangle about ¼ to 1/8 inch thick.
  6. Apply Filling and Roll. Spread half of the spiced filling mixture evenly over each dough rectangle. Starting from the longer side, roll the dough tightly into logs, sealing the edges.
  7. Trim and Slice. Cut off uneven ends from the dough logs for neatness. Slice each log into 12 equal rolls.
  8. Arrange Rolls in Pan. Place the rolls flat side down into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, giving them space to expand.
  9. Brush with Butter. Brush the tops of the rolls with the remaining melted butter to promote browning.
  10. Bake. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until golden and cooked through, then remove and let cool for about 20 minutes.
  11. Prepare Cream Cheese Topping. While the rolls cool, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 2 to 4 tablespoons of buttermilk until smooth to create a spreadable glaze.
  12. Glaze and Serve. Generously spread the cream cheese topping over the warm rolls before serving for a deliciously creamy finish.

Notes

  • Be careful not to overmix the dough to keep the rolls tender.
  • Adjust buttermilk quantity in the glaze to reach your desired consistency.
  • Allow rolls to cool slightly before adding the topping so it doesn’t melt too much.
  • You can store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently before serving.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the filling.

Keywords: sweet rolls, cinnamon rolls, quick bake, spiced rolls, cream cheese glaze, breakfast rolls, molasses rolls

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