Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
For the Cinnamon Rolls:
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups bread flour may substitute all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 standard packet
- 1 large egg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Icing:
- 1 ounce block-style cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter softened
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
To Make the Cinnamon Rolls:
- Lightly grease an 8-inch or 9-inch air fryer-safe pan. Set aside.
- In a measuring cup or microwave-safe bowl, mix the milk, water, and butter together. Microwave until the butter melts and the mixture is warm (about 110-115°F).¼ cup milk, 2 tablespoons water, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Pour the warm liquid, flour, sugar, yeast, egg, and salt into the bowl of stand mixer or a large mixing bowl. Using a dough hook, mix on low-medium speed until a mostly smooth dough forms. This will take about 5-7 minutes. The dough will feel dense and somewhat heavy.1 ½ cups bread flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast, 1 large egg, ¼ teaspoon salt
- If kneading by hand, turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes.
- Lightly grease a clean, large bowl. Place the dough into the bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel, and allow the dough to rest for 20-30 minutes.
- After the dough rests, use a rolling pin to roll it out onto a lightly floured surface into an 8x10-inch rectangle or oval.
To Make the Filling:
- Use a spatula to spread the softened butter across the dough. Then, sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon over the butter.2 tablespoons unsalted butter, ½ cup light brown sugar, ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
- Roll the dough tightly starting with the short side. Cut the roll into 6 pieces and arrange them into the prepared pan. Cover, and allow the rolls to rise for about an hour or until they’ve doubled in size.
- Preheat the air fryer for 3-5 minutes at 320°F or according to manufacturer's instructions. Then, cook for 5-7 minutes (up to 8-10 minutes depending on the model of air fryer) or until golden brown.
To Make the Icing:
- While rolls are baking, prepare icing. Place all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and mix until well combined.1 ounce block-style cream cheese, ¼ cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, ¼ cup heavy whipping cream, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Drizzle icing over warm rolls and serve.
- See post for storage options.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cinnamon roll. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls
Serving Size
1 cinnamon roll
Amount per Serving
Calories
386
% Daily Value*
Fat
17
g
26
%
Saturated Fat
10
g
50
%
Trans Fat
0.4
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
4
g
Cholesterol
70
mg
23
%
Sodium
212
mg
9
%
Potassium
146
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
53
g
18
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
28
g
31
%
Protein
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
559
IU
11
%
Vitamin C
0.1
mg
0
%
Calcium
59
mg
6
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
