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Air Fryer Frosted Cinnamon Rolls

You can make so many delicious things in an air fryer – and yes, that includes cinnamon rolls! This classic, sweet treat is not only an easy breakfast to make but is also just as tasty as the oven-baked creation we all know and love. This air fryer cinnamon rolls recipe is the perfect combination of light and fluffy cinnamon-encrusted dough and rich, cream cheese frosting that is guaranteed to melt in your mouth.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer cinnamon rolls, air fryer pizza dough cinnamon rolls, frosted cinnamon rolls, pizza dough cinnamon rolls
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 501kcal
Author: Sunena Anand

Ingredients

  • 16 oz Pizza dough
  • ½ cup Salted butter softened [1 stick]
  • ½ cup Dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Ground cinnamon

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • ½ cup Salted butter softened
  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 3 ½ cup Confectioners sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepping Instructions

  • Mix it up - Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside.
    ½ cup Dark brown sugar, 2 tablespoon Ground cinnamon
  • Roll out the dough - On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough with a rolling pin. Roll the dough until it is approximately ⅛” thick, and a 12”x18” large rectangle.
    16 oz Pizza dough
  • Spread the butter & sprinkle on brown sugar - Next, spread the softened butter in a thick and even layer onto the pizza dough. Use a rubber spatula or clean hands. Sprinkle the brown sugar & cinnamon mixture onto the pizza dough in an even layer.
    ½ cup Salted butter, ½ cup Dark brown sugar, 2 tablespoon Ground cinnamon
  • Roll the dough into a log - Roll the dough into a long log, keeping the rolls tight. You will want to roll from the long side edge of the dough. This will form a longer log with the right amount of layers in the roll. Push the ends of the log in when you finish rolling for the same thickness throughout.
  • Cut the log into pieces - Now that your dough is rolled, use a sharp knife or dental floss to cut the log into 8 equal pieces. If you are using dental floss, slip the floss under the log of dough, and cross it over on top to cut through the dough.
  • Let the dough rest - Next, arrange the rolls in a single layer on a lined air fryer basket. You can use parchment paper or a silicone air fryer liner. Cover the basket with a towel, and let the dough rest for 10-15 minutes.
  • Make the cream cheese frosting - While the dough is resting, prepare the cream cheese frosting. Add the butter and cream cheese to the bowl of a stand mixer or a mixing bowl if you are using a handheld mixer. Whip together until combined. Then add the powdered sugar to the bowl, and continue to whip until combined. Finish with vanilla extract. If you want a thinner frosting, add in 2 tablespoon of milk.
    ½ cup Salted butter, 8 oz Cream cheese, 3 ½ cup Confectioners sugar, 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Cooking Instructions

  • Once your frosting is prepped and your dough has rested, air fry the sweet rolls at 350°F for 12 minutes uncovered. Then air fry for an additional 10-12 minutes, with aluminum foil covering the top of the cinnamon rolls.
  • Carefully remove the rolls from the air fryer basket, using a spatula. They should be a beautiful golden brown when finished cooking.
  • Spread the cream cheese frosting on the cinnamon rolls while warm. Serve, and enjoy!

Notes

  • If you are using frozen pizza dough, let the dough defrost and rise at room temperature before using it. This will help to make light and fluffy cinnamon rolls. 
  • If you prefer a thinner frosting you can add a few spoons of cream to the frosting mixture. This will thin it out in consistency. 
  • If you forgot to soften your butter and cream cheese, place the unwrapped butter/cream cheese in a bowl and microwave in 10 second increments, on 50% power.

Nutrition

Calories: 501kcal | Carbohydrates: 98g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 685mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 1096IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 2mg