Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls

These puff pastry cinnamon rolls might just be the quickest way to satisfy your cinnamon bun cravings! With only six simple ingredients, you can bake these fluffy, dreamy cinnamon rolls with barely any effort or time at all!

Do you ever get those sudden cravings that just can’t wait? I definitely do — especially when I’m wiped out after a long day. That’s when a fast, simple baking recipe like this one is a total game changer!

There’s just something about the smell of cinnamon in baked treats that pulls me right in. Seriously, the scent alone fills your home with such warm, cozy vibes that it’s impossible to resist. Plus, your house will smell amazing for hours after baking.

What I love about quick recipes like this is how perfect they are for getting kids into the kitchen. Since it’s mostly about assembling ingredients, little helpers can join in and have fun making a treat they’ll love to eat!

Are you sold yet? Great! Let’s dive in and get baking.

Cinnamon rolls with puff pastry

Using store-bought puff pastry means you can whip up these cinnamon rolls in no time at all. From start to finish, you’ll have warm, flaky buns ready in about 35 minutes. They’re different from traditional yeasted cinnamon rolls but just as tasty and satisfying.

Sure, they’re not your classic recipe, but these buns pack plenty of flavor and will satisfy any cinnamon roll craving in a flash.

Pre-made puff pastry really is a baker’s best friend for quick treats. While making puff pastry from scratch is definitely doable, it’s time-consuming and a bit tricky.

Thankfully, finding good quality puff pastry at the store can give you wonderful flaky layers without all the fuss. Look for brands that use real butter instead of vegetable oil for the best, flakiest results.

Adding icing

I chose to drizzle mine with caramel sauce, which adds a deliciously indulgent touch. You can go with your favorite caramel or fudge sauce—either homemade or store-bought like I did.

If you prefer, a classic sugar glaze or a maple cream cheese icing also works wonderfully on these rolls. But honestly, even plain, these cinnamon rolls are delightful with their buttery, cinnamon-sugar layers.

Making the rolls

Start by heating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly flour your surface and unroll the puff pastry, rolling it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. If you use pre-rolled pastry, this step is a breeze!

Next, brush the dough with 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Sprinkle on the brown sugar, cinnamon, and mixed spice evenly over the top. Then, roll up the pastry from the narrow edge. Don’t worry if it’s not perfectly neat—the beauty of puff pastry is in its flaky layers, not the shape!

Slice the roll into 12 equal pieces. A handy way to get even pieces is to cut the roll in half, then cut each half into quarters, and finally cut those pieces into thirds.

Place your cinnamon rolls on a buttered dish, making sure to leave about 1/2 inch of space between each one. They need a bit of room to puff up while baking—kind of like cookies on a tray. You can also line your dish with parchment paper instead of butter for easier cleanup.

Pop the tray into the fridge for 20 minutes before baking. This chilling step helps the buttery layers stay separate, so your rolls come out flaky and hold their shape nicely.

After chilling, bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until they turn a beautiful golden brown. Serve them warm as they are or drizzle with your favorite topping for a little extra love!

Recipe Tips and Notes

• For the flakiest, most flavorful results, pick a puff pastry that’s made with butter instead of vegetable oil. The difference in taste and texture is absolutely worth it.
• Let your puff pastry sit out for 20 to 30 minutes before you start working with it. You want it to be flexible but still cool enough so that it keeps its layers and doesn’t get too sticky.
• Remember to space your rolls about 1/2 inch apart on the baking dish to give them room to puff up nicely during baking. Crowding them can make them stick together.
• While I used caramel sauce for a sweet, sticky finish, feel free to get creative with your toppings! A simple glaze or cream cheese frosting would be just as tasty.

Storage and leftovers

These puff pastry cinnamon rolls are absolute best fresh and warm right out of the oven, but if you happen to have leftovers, don’t worry—they keep well for up to a week when stored in an airtight container.

Leftovers taste great at room temperature, but I like to warm them up for a few minutes in the oven or air fryer so they get that fresh-baked feel again.

Spiced Cinnamon Buns with Caramel Sauce

Prep: 10 minutes mins

Cook: 25 minutes mins

Servings: 12

Fast and flaky cinnamon rolls made with puff pastry.

Ingredients

• 500 g/18 oz puff pastry, pre-made
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 100g/1/2 cup Demerara/Turbinado Sugar, or brown sugar
• 4 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp mixed spice, optional
• 65g/1/4 cup caramel sauce, store bought

Instructions

• First, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly flour a work surface and roll out your puff pastry into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Brush evenly with 2 tablespoons of melted butter, then sprinkle generously with Demerara or turbinado sugar, 4 teaspoons of cinnamon, and 2 teaspoons of mixed spice.

  

• Next, roll the pastry up tightly from the narrow end. Cut the roll into 12 equal slices—cut in halves, then quarters, then thirds to keep them even. Arrange the slices on a buttered baking dish leaving about 1/2 inch of space between each. Chill them in the fridge for 20 minutes before baking.

  

• Bake your cinnamon rolls for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven until they puff up and turn golden brown. Once baked, drizzle them with luscious caramel sauce and enjoy!

  

Nutrition

Serving: 12g | Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 140mg | Potassium: 38mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 66IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is estimated and should be used as a general guide only.