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Golden-Brown Pie Crust Cinnamon Rolls

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Golden-Brown Pie Crust Cinnamon Rolls are flaky, buttery spirals filled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a light vanilla glaze. A cozy, crispy twist on classic cinnamon rolls using pie dough for quick and easy comfort.

Ingredients

  • Pie Crust Dough: 1 sheet – The flaky, buttery base of these rolls
  • Unsalted Butter: 2 tablespoons (melted) – Helps bind the cinnamon sugar and adds richness
  • Brown Sugar: ¼ cup – Brings a warm, molasses sweetness to the filling
  • Granulated Sugar: 2 tablespoons – Balances the brown sugar and adds texture
  • Ground Cinnamon: 2 teaspoons – The star spice that brings warmth and flavor
  • Salt: A pinch – Enhances all the other flavors
  • Milk or Cream: 1 tablespoon – Brushed on before baking for a golden top
  • Powdered Sugar: ½ cup – Base for the glaze, sweet and smooth
  • Vanilla Extract: ½ teaspoon – Adds a warm, mellow note to the glaze
  • Milk (for glaze): 1–2 teaspoons – Thins out the glaze for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Melt the butter separately.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Roll out the pie dough into a rectangle about ⅛-inch thick on a lightly floured surface.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Brush the dough with melted butter. Sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar. Roll into a tight log and slice into ½-inch rounds.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Place rolls cut side up on the baking sheet. Brush with milk or cream. Bake 18–22 minutes until golden and crisp.
  6. Finishing Touches: Let cool slightly. Mix powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk for glaze. Drizzle over warm rolls.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy warm with coffee, tea, or a scoop of ice cream.

Notes

  • Chill dough before slicing for cleaner spirals
  • Don’t overfill with sugar to prevent leaks
  • Use parchment paper to simplify cleanup
  • Store in airtight container for up to 3 days