Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls

You can use boxed cake mix to whip up cinnamon rolls so good, people will think you bought them from a fancy bakery. Soft, gooey, and topped with glaze or frosting, these are a weekend favorite for many.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Rising Time 50

Total Time 1 30

Course Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12 rolls

Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Rolling Pin
Baking Dish
Oven

Ingredients

Dough

1 box yellow or white cake mix
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
2 eggs
1 1/4 cups warm water

Filling

1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
3 tbsp butter softened

Glaze

1/2 cup powdered sugar
1-2 tbsp milk
vanilla extract optional, for glaze

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, flour, yeast, eggs, and warm water. Mix until a dough forms.
Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 50 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle.
Spread softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar.
Roll the dough into a log and slice into even rolls. Place into a greased baking dish.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
While baking, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with milk and a splash of vanilla, if desired.
Drizzle glaze over warm rolls and serve.

Notes

Use canned frosting instead of glaze for a quick and tasty hack—just warm it slightly and drizzle on top.

Keyword Box Mix, Cake Mix, Cinnamon Rolls, Hack