Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls Recipe From Scratch

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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-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!

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Estimated Nutrition:

Calories: ~220-250 kcal Carbohydrates: ~34g Sugar: ~10-12g Protein: ~4g Fat: ~8g Fiber: ~1-2g

With Glaze:

Calories: ~260-280 kcal Sugar: ~18g total

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!