Overnight Cinnamon Rolls

Wake up to the irresistible aroma of freshly baked Overnight Cinnamon Rolls, a make-ahead delight perfect for busy mornings or special occasions. These soft, fluffy rolls are infused with a rich blend of cinnamon and brown sugar, rolled into golden layers of buttery dough that melts in your mouth. Prepped the night before and left to rise in the fridge, this recipe combines convenience with indulgence, giving you more time to enjoy your mornings. Topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, every bite bursts with warmth and sweetness, making these cinnamon rolls a family favorite. Whether it’s a holiday breakfast or a cozy weekend treat, these overnight rolls guarantee bakery-quality results in the comfort of your home.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 240 ml Whole milk
• 85 grams Unsalted butter
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 7 grams Active dry yeast
• 415 grams All-purpose flour
• 5 grams Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 150 grams Brown sugar
• 15 grams Ground cinnamon
• 60 grams Unsalted butter (for filling)
• 85 grams Cream cheese
• 120 grams Powdered sugar
• 5 ml Vanilla extract
• 15 ml Milk (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over low heat until the butter is melted. Allow to cool until warm but not hot (approximately 43°C).

Step 2

Transfer the warm milk mixture to a large mixing bowl and stir in the sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the mixture and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

Step 3

Add the flour, salt, and egg to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together. Set aside.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle (approximately 30x40 cm) on a floured surface.

Step 7

Spread the softened butter for the filling evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture across the butter.

Step 8

Starting from the longer edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces.

Step 9

Place the rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

Step 10

The next morning, remove the rolls from the fridge and let them rise at room temperature for 1 hour.

Step 11

Preheat your oven to 175°C. Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 12

While the rolls bake, make the glaze by whisking together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.

Step 13

Once the rolls are out of the oven, spread the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1230.8 grams (1230.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4117

Total Fat 141.90g	182%
Saturated Fat 80.70g	404%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.20g
Cholesterol 569mg	190%
Sodium 2254mg	98%
Total Carbohydrate 661.70g	241%
Dietary Fiber 20.70g	74%
Total Sugars 327.50g
Protein 62.50g	125%

Vitamin D 198IU	992%
Calcium 715mg	55%
Iron 23mg	127%
Potassium 1359mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.6%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 63.4%