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Delicious classic cinnamon roll bites with icing on a wooden board

Classic Cinnamon Roll Bites

Delightful bite-sized treats capturing the warm flavors of cinnamon and sugar, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet) If using active dry yeast, activate it first.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk Warm, not hot.
  • 1/4 cup water Warm, not hot.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Melted.
  • 1 large egg
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
Icing Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar For icing.
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk For icing, adjust for consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixer bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
  2. Warm the milk, water, and butter until warm but not hot. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients.
  3. Add the egg and mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough until smooth.
  4. Let the dough rise for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Baking
  1. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread with butter, and sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar.
  2. Roll up the dough and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Place the rolls in a greased pan and let them rise again.
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes.
  5. For icing, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth, and drizzle over the rolls.

Notes

Best served warm. Store in an airtight container for 2-3 days at room temperature, or freeze for longer storage. Thaw at room temperature and warm in the oven before serving. Optional: add nuts or chocolate chips for variations.