27 Cinnamon Roll Recipes That Are Pillowy and Delicious

There are few (if any) breakfast breads that can match the indulgence of a warm cinnamon bun. The fluffy, yeasted bread dough, the warming fragrance of cinnamon and the richness of cream cheese frosting — there's truly no better way to start your day. If the thought of making a batch at home intimidates you, we're here to convince you that it's doable. All you need is the right recipe.

The best place to start? Our test kitchen's tried-and-true recipe for the absolute best cinnamon rolls. We tinkered with it until we got it just right and, trust us, these beauites bake up light and pillowy (and full of buttery, cinnamon-y goodness) every single time.

What could be better than one fluffy cinnamon roll? How about an over-the-top cinnamon bun with two spirals! The homemade dough comes together quickly with instant yeast, and has a lovely flavor and texture, thanks to the combination of all-purpose and whole wheat flour. A bit of pumpkin pie spice in the filling adds a kick of fall flavor. While the rolling technique might look daunting, it’s quite easy to perfect. The result is a beautiful cinnamon bun with epic layers and a double swirl.

Whole wheat is the key to these cinnamon rolls, adding a little extra delicacy, sweetness and nutty flavor to the dough. Instead of the traditional cream cheese or confectioners’ sugar frosting, a luscious, melted honey butter is poured over the warm rolls before serving.

These fluffy, yeasted breakfast buns are moist and tender thanks to the addition of pumpkin puree. A blend of warming baking spices in the dough — and filling — completes the cozy, autunmal flavor profile.

Who says you can’t have homemade cinnamon rolls in just 20 minutes? Thanks to the trusty air fryer and a can of store-bought crescent dough, you’ll have these cozy classics on the table in no time at all. Bring new use to your egg bites mold or mini muffin tin by creating pastries perfect for little hands and afterschool treats.

Cinnamon rolls for chocolate lovers. We took a classic soft and pillowy cinnamon roll recipe, coated in a thick sweet glaze, and added chocolate three ways. Cocoa powder is added to the dough, and decadent chocolate hazelnut spread is added to the center along with a generous sprinkle of cinnamon sugar and chopped hazelnuts. After they are baked, these cinnamon rolls get coated in a rich chocolate glaze.

Nothing beats a classic — even if it takes a little bit of time to make from scratch. These buns won't be ready quickly but when you do pull the pan out of the oven, you'll be rewarded with fluffy dough and warm cinnamon flavor.

These are your new favorite cinnamon rolls. The bread machine takes the guess work out of kneading and proofing the dough, and baking the rolls in the machine turns them into a sticky, yeasty, pull-apart style loaf. The outside pieces end up with a delicious crunchy crust, and the insides are extra moist and delicious. A final drizzle of frosting takes this simple recipe to over-the-top.

Get ready to wow a crowd with this sheet pan packed with everyone's favorite warm, gooey breakfast rolls.

For those of you that live for red velvet anything, this is the recipe for you! The icing is made with cream cheese, completing the authentic red velvet experience, so you can have the best of both worlds, packaged in one dessert.

Nothing beats homemade cinnamon rolls — the store-bought canisters simply don’t compare. When you find yourself short on time but still in the market for something homemade, try this clever recipe. Fresh pizza dough makes an excellent dupe for the rich dough traditionally used for cinnamon rolls, and this time-saving preparation means you'll be able to whip up a homemade glaze too.

Looking for a fun take on cinnamon rolls? These buns feature all of the same flavors as the typical roll but, instead of rolling and slicing the dough, you cut and twist strips to create the intricate, swirled design.

When the first Cinnabon shop opened in 1985, the smell of freshly baked cinnamon rolls turned out to be a better marketing tool than the buns themselves. Naturally, the recipe is highly guarded, but we've created a copycat recipe so delicious you won't even know the difference!

Grab a bag of Hawaiian sweet rolls and you're halfway to making these shortcut pastries. A hack that's great for dorm rooms, baking with kids and anyone who doesn't have time for kneading and rising yeasted dough.

Sunny says, "Pop tubes are always in my refrigerator for a quick fix and I love playing with them to make them my own, or use them for a copycat. This is an easy way to get bakery or mall-worthy cinnamon rolls without all the work. I’ve added a hack seen online that fluffs up any pop-tube roll."

The time-saving step in this recipe is to use frozen bread dough instead of making your own from scratch. With that step already complete, you get to enjoy these rolls, paired with a cup of coffee, a lot faster.

Wool bread is made with a yeasted dough that’s sliced, tightly rolled then stacked in a round baking dish; once the dough proofs and bakes, the bread resembles a roll of wool or thick yarn. While its popularity has continued to grow on social media, wool bread was first introduced by a YouTube video created by the Malaysian food blog “Apron.” By taking inspiration from the original method of rolling and shaping, as well as adding our own cinnamon-sugar filling and combination of two flavors of dough, the result is a beautifully swirled wool bread that’s as impressive as it is tasty. Serve with a smear of homemade cream cheese icing for a stunning sweet treat.

This party-sized cinnamon roll is super gooey and comforting — and sure to wow guests at your next brunch.

This simple recipe has a fresh-squeezed twist: orange juice in the glaze. The bright, sweet flavor is the perfect complement to the subtle spiciness of cinnamon.

The simplicity of these rolls is sure to make them a staple. They're perfect for breakfast or as a special treat after a long day.

We’ve taken everything you love about traditional cinnamon rolls and added the colors of the rainbow — using gel coloring for the most vibrant and cheery hues. Top these fluffy treats with a generous smear of homemade cream cheese glaze and a sprinkle of crunchy rainbow nonpareils for an adorable sweet you can serve for any happy occasion.

These decadent buns feature a luscious cream cheese icing and a rich spiced filling made with pecans and dark brown sugar. What's not to love?!

Perfect for a holiday morning, these beautiful, individually baked rolls take a little more care and attention as you braid each one, but the finished product is well worth it. They are a showstopper that will have everyone asking how you did it—and lucky for you the process is much easier than it looks. Be sure to use a nonstick muffin tin so the rolls slip right out while they are still warm and gooey.

If you love the warm, soft and gooey center of a cinnamon roll best, then you have to make these rolls — they are all center!

These cinnamon rolls are morning's best friend. Their icing is made with coffee and maple —and if the smell of them doesn't get you ready to face the day, then what will?

We'd eat these sweet, cinnamon-y pastries any day of the year — but they're great for the holidays. You can let the dough rise while gifts are being exchanged and unwrapped. Rolling and baking them while everyone is enjoying their presents will keep the holiday cheer in full effect.