These brown butter cinnamon rolls are a delightful addition to any breakfast table, offering a rich and nutty flavor that elevates traditional cinnamon rolls. Perfect for cozy morning pastries, they are sure to impress your family and friends.
This recipe combines the warmth of cinnamon sugar rolls with the indulgence of brown butter, making them a perfect choice for sweet brunch treats or warm holiday mornings. With ChipCooks breakfast bakes, you can create homemade pastry inspiration right in your kitchen.
Delicious Brown Butter Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

These cinnamon rolls are made with a soft dough that is filled with a mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted brown butter. After baking, they are drizzled with a creamy glaze, making them a perfect treat for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, browned
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine warmed milk, melted butter, and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy. Add eggs and salt, then gradually mix in flour until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, and browned butter until well combined.
- Roll Out the Dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Spread the filling evenly over the dough.
- Shape the Rolls: Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the rolls are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Glaze and Serve: Once the rolls are out of the oven, drizzle the glaze over them while they are still warm. Serve and enjoy!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 rolls
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 44g






