Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls are the easiest cinnamon rolls you'll make at home! King's Hawaiian sweet rolls are drenched in sweet cinnamon butter, baked, and then finished with the best cinnamon roll frosting!
If you have ever wondered how to make store-bought Hawaiian rolls better, these easy cinnamon rolls are a must-try!
King’s Hawaiian rolls are perfect for the holidays—especially when you’re short on time or hosting overnight guests. They make a quick Christmas morning breakfast and brunch treat, no yeast or rising time needed. You get all the cozy cinnamon roll vibes without the wait! Try these cranberry orange rolls which are a festive holiday twist to thie recipe.
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Why You’ll Love These Easy Cinnamon Rolls
- Quick & easy – warm, gooey, great cinnamon rolls in minutes!
- Perfect for the holidays – ideal for Christmas morning or a laid-back brunch.
- Semi-homemade shortcut – starts with soft, fluffy store-bought King's Hawaiian rolls.
- That cream cheese frosting - irresistibly sweet, creamy, and perfect on top.
- No yeast, no rising, no waiting – just mix, bake, and enjoy!
How to make cinnamon rolls using Hawaiian rolls?
You can find full printable recipe below, but here is a quick overview of the procedure along with step-by-step photos.
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Best ever icing on cinnamon rolls
A luscious cream cheese frosting comes together in just minutes using cream cheese, a touch of butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract — simple and so satisfying.
Want an even easier option? For a quick cinnamon roll glaze, just whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a splash of milk until smooth, then drizzle it over the warm cinnabuns.
🍞 Looking for more recipes using Hawaiian rolls? Try my Hawaiian roll French toast casserole with raspberries and cardamom or the quick and easy homemade hot cross buns.
Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 package King's Hawaiian original sweet rolls
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- ¼ cup white or light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Cream Cheese Icing
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons butter at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Bake Rolls
- Pre heat oven to 350° F. Lightly spray a baking pan (large enough to fit one package of Hawaiian rolls) with cooking spray and set aside.
- Cut each roll about 1 inch deep in one direction, then rotate 90 degrees and cut in the opposite direction (see photos for reference). Transfer the rolls into the prepared baking pan.
- Mix melted butter, sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Using a small spoon, carefully drizzle the cinnamon butter into each cut opening, making sure to distribute it evenly across all the rolls until the mixture is used up.
- Bake for about 15 to 19 minutes, until the top looks golden brown. Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly.
Make icing
- Add all the icing ingredients into a bowl and beat with an electric beater for about one minute. Alternatively, whisk the frosting by hand.
- Spread the frosting over the warm rolls and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information, based on third-party calculations, should be seen as estimates, not guarantees, as various factors like product types, brands, processing methods, and more can alter the nutritional content in recipes.
Recipe tips
- Use as much or as little frosting as desired. For a more indulgent touch, feel free to cover the entire top with icing, just like a classic cinnamon roll.
- It's best enjoyed warm!
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- This eggnog croissant bread pudding is the ultimate holiday breakfast or brunch dish, especially for Christmas morning! Fresh cranberries bring a vibrant pop of color and a refreshing tartness that perfectly balances the richness of the dish. Perfect for a crowd!
- Crave-worthy pumpkin croissants is an irresistible recipe infusing buttery, flaky croissants with the rich flavors of honey, pumpkin and almond flour. Easy & scrumptious!
- The best croissant bread pudding is inspired by the classic tiramisu! It is heavenly when served with vanilla tres leches sauce with optional booze, making it one of the best breakfast desserts you’ve ever had and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Kelly @ Kelly Lynns Sweets and Treats
What a fabulous idea to use Hawaiian rolls! My son loves those rolls, but sometimes they don’t all get eaten, so now I will use those leftovers to make these! Pinning!!
Helen
So delicious love the rolls
Maria Doss
Glad you loved them, Maria
Marsha D
Awesome Quick & Delicious!
Maria Doss
Glad you loved it hun, Maria