Easy 5 Ingredient Mini Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls
Craving warm, gooey cinnamon rolls, but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen? These Easy 5 Ingredient Mini Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls are your answer! Using ready-made puff pastry as a brilliant shortcut, you can have freshly baked cinnamon rolls on the table in just 30 minutes.
Perfect for weekend breakfast treats, afternoon tea, or when unexpected guests pop round, these mini delights deliver all the comfort of traditional cinnamon rolls without the faff of making dough from scratch. The buttery, flaky puff pastry creates the most incredible texture, whilst the cinnamon sugar filling provides that classic warming spice we all adore.
Why You’ll Love These Mini Cinnamon Rolls
Quick & Simple: With just 5 ingredients and 30 minutes, these are perfect for busy families who want homemade treats without the stress.
Foolproof Recipe: No kneading, no rising time, no complicated techniques – just roll, slice, and bake!
Perfect Portion Size: These mini rolls are ideal for little hands and perfect for portion control (though you’ll struggle to stop at just one!).
Versatile Timing: Brilliant for breakfast, brunch, afternoon tea, or even a cheeky dessert.
Budget-Friendly: Using affordable ingredients you likely already have in your cupboard.
Mini Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 Pack of chilled puff pastry – bring it to room temperature first
- 3 Tbs Caster sugar
- 2 Tbs Cinnamon
- 1 Egg (beaten)
- 3 Tbs Icing Sugar
Step-by-Step Method:
- Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6.
- Roll out your puff pastry. I leave it on the parchment it comes in to make it easier to roll later.
- In a bowl, mix your caster sugar and cinnamon.
- Spread the sugar mixture evenly all over the pastry apart from a 1cm border along 1 of the shorter ends of the pastry.
- Roll from the shorter end without the border to the other end, keeping it as tight as you can. Once you reach the end with no sugar, brush with the beaten egg to help seal tightly on the final roll.
- Cut into 8 even slices and lay them flat on a lined baking tray, brush them all with the beaten egg to glaze.
- Place this in the oven for 15 minutes to bake.
- Leave to cool on the baking tray.
- In another bowl, mix the icing sugar with a little cold water to get a nice thick consistency.
- Drizzle over the cooled buns.
- Enjoy!
Easy 5 Ingredient Mini Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 Pack of chilled puff pastry – bring it to room temperature first
- 3 Tbs Caster sugar
- 2 Tbs Cinnamon
- 1 Egg (beaten)
- 3 Tbs Icing Sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6.
- Roll out your puff pastry. I leave it on the parchment it comes in to make it easier to roll later.
- In a bowl, mix your caster sugar and cinnamon.
- Spread the sugar mixture evenly all over the pastry apart from a 1cm border along 1 of the shorter ends of the pastry.
- Roll from the shorter end without the border to the other end, keeping it as tight as you can. Once you reach the end with no sugar, brush with the beaten egg to help seal tightly on the final roll.
- Cut into 8 even slices and lay them flat on a lined baking tray, brush them all with the beaten egg to glaze.
- Place this in the oven for 15 minutes to bake.
- Leave to cool on the baking tray.
- In another bowl, mix the icing sugar with a little cold water to get a nice thick consistency.
- Drizzle over the cooled buns.
- Enjoy!
Top Tips for Perfect Results
Room Temperature Pastry: Don’t skip bringing the pastry to room temperature – cold pastry will crack when you try to roll it.
Sharp Knife: Use a sharp knife to cut clean slices without squashing the rolls.
Even Spacing: Leave space between each roll on the baking tray, as they’ll puff up considerably.
Icing Consistency: Start with just a few drops of water when making the icing – you can always add more, but you can’t take it away!
Serving Fresh: These are absolutely divine served warm, but they’re equally lovely at room temperature.
Variations to Try
Apple Cinnamon: Add finely diced apple to the cinnamon sugar mixture for extra flavour and texture.
Orange Glaze: Replace the water in the icing with fresh orange juice for a zesty twist.
Nutty Crunch: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the cinnamon sugar before rolling.
Chocolate Drizzle: Melt some chocolate and drizzle it over instead of icing for the chocolate lovers in your family.
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
These mini cinnamon rolls are best enjoyed fresh from the oven, but they’ll keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Pop them in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to warm through before serving.
Make-Ahead Option: You can prepare these up to the point of baking, cover with cling film, and refrigerate overnight. Just add an extra minute or two to the baking time if cooking from chilled.
Perfect Occasions
- Weekend breakfast treats
- School holiday baking with the children
- Afternoon tea with friends
- Quick dessert for Sunday lunch
- Bake sale contributions
- Cosy autumn mornings
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen puff pastry? Yes! Just make sure it’s completely thawed and at room temperature before using.
What if I don’t have caster sugar? Granulated sugar works perfectly fine, or you could use light brown sugar for a slightly deeper flavour.
Can I make these dairy-free? Most puff pastry is already dairy-free, but do check the packaging. The recipe itself contains no dairy.
How do I know when they’re done? They should be golden brown and well-puffed. If you’re unsure, they’re better slightly over-baked than under-baked.
Can I freeze these? Yes, freeze the baked and cooled rolls (without icing) for up to 3 months. Defrost and add fresh icing before serving.
