Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls are sweet, soft, gooey, and topped with an incredible cream cheese glaze. Ready in under 30 minutes!
author’s note
Gooey Cinnamon Rolls in Just 30 Minutes!
I first spotted a version of these Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls on social media and knew I had to try them. I made a few tweaks to make them extra gooey with more cinnamon-sugar, softened butter instead of melted, and a tangy cream cheese glaze instead of frosting.
My family devoured the first batch in record time, and now these are a weekend favorite whenever we want a fun breakfast without the hassle of yeast dough. The kids love pulling them apart piece by piece, and It is satisfying to that I can get them on the table so quickly. I loved it so much I even immediately worked on a pumpkin version of these!
Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Roll Ingredients
- Hawaiian sweet rolls: Choose a fresh pack for the best softness.
- Unsalted butter: Soften to room temperature for straightforward spreading; don’t melt.
- Light brown sugar: Fresh is best for soft sugar that mixes well with butter.
- Ground cinnamon: Customize the amount to personal preference.
- Cream cheese: Soften before use to ensure a smooth glaze.
- Powdered sugar: Add more for a thicker glaze.
- Milk: Adjust quantity for the glaze consistency you prefer.
- Vanilla extract: Use pure extract for better flavor.
- Salt: A pinch boosts sweetness and balances flavors.
How To Make Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls
- Prep oven & pan: Heat oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
- Mix filling: Stir softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Slice rolls: Halve rolls horizontally, spread filling, sandwich back together, spread more on top.
- Bake: 11–13 minutes until the edges turn golden and gooey.
- Glaze: Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk. Spread over warm rolls.
Recipe Tips
- Softened butter, not melted: Otherwise, it won’t spread well.
- Coat evenly: Apply butter mixture on all sides except the bottom of the rolls.
- Use fresh soft rolls: They’ll yield the best texture and flavor.
- Watch the baking time: Avoid over-baking.
- Glaze when slightly cooled: Spread on the glaze before the rolls are fully cooled. This helps the glaze stick well.
- Serve warm: For the best gooey cinnamon roll experience!
Storage
Leftover Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls?
These are best fresh, but if you’ve got leftovers…
- Refrigerate: Cool fully then store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Reheat: Warm briefly in the microwave before serving.
More Cinnamon-Sugar Goodness:
Desserts
Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes
Breakfast
Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread
