Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls Recipe From Scratch
Making cinnamon rolls from scratch in an air fryer is a delicious way to experience their crispy exterior and soft, gooey centre. Make delicious air fryer cinnamon rolls with this step-by-step recipe:
Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls Recipe: From Scratch Intro
Air-fried cinnamon rolls are faster than oven-baked ones. This recipe yields homemade cinnamon buns with a crispy exterior and a soft, gooey within. Let’s begin!
Chapter 1: Ingredients for Dough:
- 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 big eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
For Filling:
- 1/3 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
For Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1-2 tablespoons milk as needed
Chapter 2: Preparation
Activate yeast:
- In a small basin, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add a pinch of sugar and wait 5-10 minutes for foam.
- Make Dough: Mix the yeast mixture, sugar, melted butter, eggs, flour, and salt in a large basin or stand mixer with a dough hook.
- Mix to a soft dough. If using a stand mixer, knead dough for 5-7 minutes on medium speed. Hand-knead the dough for 8–10 minutes on a lightly floured board until smooth and elastic.
- For the first rise, place the dough in an oiled bowl and turn it once to coat it with oil.
- Wrap the bowl in a clean kitchen cloth or plastic.
The dough should double in size after 1-1.5 hours in a warm, draft-free environment.
Chapter 3: Assembly/Air-Fry
- Prepare Filling:
Blend softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. - Roll the Dough:
Punch down the risen dough and place it on a lightly floured surface. - Make a 1/4-inch-thick dough rectangle.
- Add Filling: Spread the cinnamon filling evenly on the rolled-out dough, leaving a tiny border.
- To roll and cut rolls, begin by tightly rolling the dough into a log from one long side.
- Use a sharp knife or dental floss to cut the dough into 12 equal rolls.
- Set up the Air Fryer: Pre-heat your air fryer for 5 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
- Air-fry cinnamon rolls: Leave space between cinnamon rolls in the air fryer basket to expand.
- Air-fry rolls at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked thoroughly. You may need to work in batches depending on your air fryer size.
Chapter 4: Glaze Cream Cheese
- Prepare Glaze: Mix softened cream cheese and butter in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla and mix well.
- For a smooth, pourable glaze, add milk as needed.
5. Serve and Enjoy
- Glaze cinnamon rolls: Pour the cream cheese icing over the heated cinnamon rolls just after air-frying.
- Enjoy warm air fryer cinnamon rolls with a slight glaze melt.
Chapter 6:
- Success Tips Even Slicing: To cook buns evenly, cut them evenly.
- Glaze Timing: For optimal flavour and texture, glaze cinnamon rolls while warm.
- Avoid overflowing the air fryer basket by working in batches.
- Optional: Add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling for texture and flavour.
Conclusion
Air fryer cinnamon rolls are a tasty and easy way to create cinnamon rolls without an oven. With this recipe, you can make warm, gooey cinnamon rolls with a cream cheese glaze quickly. Ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dessert any time!