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Close-up of baked Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Rolls, showing the golden-brown, cinnamon-coated exterior and the smooth, white cream cheese filling inside one roll that has been sliced open.

Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Rolls

These Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Rolls are irresistibly crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and coated in a buttery cinnamon-sugar crust. A quick and easy dessert or breakfast treat the whole family will love!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Rolls
  • 8 slices white sandwich bread crusts removed
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  3. Trim crusts off the bread slices and flatten each slice with a rolling pin.
  4. Spread a small amount of the cream cheese filling across each slice, then roll up tightly from one end to the other.
  5. Combine the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Brush each roll with melted butter and roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat completely.
  6. Place rolls seam-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Notes

These rolls are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be reheated in a toaster oven for a crispy finish. Try swapping the cream cheese filling for Nutella or fruit jam for fun variations!