Cinnamon Roll Bites
Soft, fluffy, and coated in a buttery cinnamon-sugar hug — these bite-sized rolls are everything cozy and shareable. Perfect for snacking, gifting, or adding a little sweetness to your weekend mornings.
Ingredients
Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour ÂĽ cup if needed
- 1 packet 2ÂĽ tsp instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milk about 110°F
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- â…“ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 tsp salt
Coating
- ÂĽ cup unsalted butter melted
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp freshly grated nutmeg
Instructions
Activate Yeast (if not instant):
- Warm the milk and dissolve the sugar. Stir in yeast and let sit for 5–10 minutes, until foamy and active.
Make the Dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, melted butter, and salt. Gradually add the flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead for 8–10 minutes (by hand or mixer) until smooth and elastic. Add flour as needed — the dough should feel soft and slightly tacky, but not sticky.
First Rise:
- Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Set aside — you’ll use this later when coating the dough bites.
Shape the Bites:
- Punch down the dough and knead for 30 seconds to release air.
- Divide into 6 smaller pieces. Roll each piece into a small log, then slice into bite-sized pieces (about 1 inch thick).
- Place pieces in a large bowl, pour in half of the melted butter, and toss gently.
- Sprinkle the prepared cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the dough and toss to coat.
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Second Rise:
- Arrange bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for 20–25 minutes, until puffy.
Bake:
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and baked through.
Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
- While still warm, drizzle the remaining melted butter over the bites and toss with any remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
