Description
Discover the secret to making mouthwatering King Cake Cinnamon Rolls in just 10 minutes, thanks to a clever canned dough hack! These easy-to-make treats capture the festive flavors of King Cake, with a soft, pillowy texture and a generous swirl of cinnamon-sugar filling.
Ingredients
– 1 (16 oz) can refrigerated biscuit dough
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
– 2-3 tablespoons milk or cream
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Lightly grease a 9-inch round baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
3. Roll out the biscuit dough into a rectangle, about 12 inches by 8 inches.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon.
5. Brush the dough with the melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.
6. Starting from the long side, tightly roll up the dough into a log.
7. Cut the log into 12 equal slices and arrange them in the prepared baking pan.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and milk/cream until smooth.
10. Drizzle the icing over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve immediately.
Notes
For a more authentic King Cake flavor, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the icing. You can also sprinkle the tops of the rolls with purple, green, and gold sanding sugar for a festive touch.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American