Name: Quick No Yeast Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray; 0.75 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided; 0.5 teaspoon baking powder; 0.25 teaspoon baking soda; 0.125 teaspoon salt; 6 tablespoons milk, divided; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, divided; 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; 0.75 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided; 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips; 3 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 0.5 cup powdered sugar; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened

Indulge in freshly baked cinnamon rolls without the wait! This small-batch recipe delivers warm, gooey goodness in under 30 minutes, perfect for satisfying those spontaneous cravings.

Follow The Directions

01

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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease 6 muffin cups of a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray. (2 minutes)

02

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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. (2 minutes)

03

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In a separate small bowl, combine 5 tablespoons of milk, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, apple cider vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract. (1 minute)

04

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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, forming a soft dough. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)

05

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Lightly flour a clean work surface. Turn the dough out and gently pat it into a thin rectangle, approximately 6x8 inches. (3 minutes)

06

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Brush the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter evenly over the dough. In a small bowl, combine the chocolate chips, brown sugar, cinnamon, and remaining 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the buttered dough. (3 minutes)

07

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Starting from one of the long edges, carefully roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seam to seal. (2 minutes)

08

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Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 6 equal pieces. Place each piece into a prepared muffin cup. (2 minutes)

09

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Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. (15 minutes)

10

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While the rolls are baking, prepare the icing. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, softened butter, remaining 1 tablespoon of milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, adjusting the amount of milk to reach your desired consistency. (3 minutes)

11

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Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the rolls cool slightly in the pan for a few minutes. Drizzle generously with the prepared icing. Serve warm and enjoy! (2 minutes)

For an extra touch of flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
If you don't have muffin tins, you can bake the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, but they may spread out more.
Store leftover cinnamon rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven before serving.
Feel free to substitute other toppings, such as chopped nuts or dried fruit, for the chocolate chips.