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    Urban Bliss Life » All Recipes » Breakfast Recipes » Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls

    Published: June 4, 2022 / Updated: June 4, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls

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    When you want a delicious, fast, and easy breakfast, it's hard to beat making Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls. This is the best way to make packaged cinnamon rolls!

    iced air fryer cinnamon rolls

    Cinnamon rolls are a delectable, sweet breakfast pastry. I love to make cinnamon rolls from scratch when I have the time. But on busy weekday mornings, or busy weekend mornings when we need to head out the door, I reach for packaged cinnamon rolls.

    And the best way to cook packaged cinnamon rolls is in the air fryer!

    Jump to:
    • Why make cinnamon rolls in the air fryer?
    • Ingredients
    • Step-by-step instructions
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Kitchen tools and equipment
    • What goes with cinnamon rolls for breakfast?
    • More delicious breakfast recipes
    • Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls

    Why make cinnamon rolls in the air fryer?

    cinnamon rolls and the Ninja Foodi air fryer

    A few reasons why making cinnamon rolls in the air fryer is the best:

    • Because of the circulated heat, the entire cinnamon roll gets an even blast of heat all around. This results in perfectly crispy outside and chewy inside.
    • It's great to make on hot days when you don't want to turn on your oven and heat the house.
    • If you DO have other breakfast items to cook in the oven for breakfast, using the air fryer will allow you to cook them all at the same time.

    Ingredients

    Pillsbury Grands cinnamon rolls

    Cinnamon rolls - You'll need one package of refrigerated cinnamon rolls. Usually, these can be found in the refrigerated aisle near dairy items, such as butter, yogurt, and packaged items such as refrigerated pie crust.

    For this recipe, we use the Pillsbury Grands cinnamon rolls, which come in a package of 5 cinnamons rolls.

    Step-by-step instructions

    Preheat your air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes while you open the package of cinnamon rolls. Set aside the icing that comes with the package.

    Spray the air fryer basket or trays with non-aerosol cooking spray.

    two cinnamon rolls ready to air fry
    air fried cinnamon rolls in the ninja foodi air fryer baskets

    Place the cinnamon rolls on the air fryer basket or trays an inch or two apart in a single layer, as they will expand during cooking. You can see how much they expand by comparing the photos of uncooked cinnamon rolls above and the finished air fried cinnamon roll photos below. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in batches.

    two air fried cinnamon rolls in the air fryer basket

    Air fry at 350°F for 7 to 9 minutes, until the outside of the cinnamon rolls is a nice golden brown.

    pouring icing over cinnamon rolls
    pouring icing over cinnamon rolls

    Remove and place on a plate and spread the icing that came with the package over the cinnamon rolls. Serve immediately.

    Recipe FAQs

    uniced air fryer cinnamon rolls
    What's the best way to store leftover cinnamon rolls?

    Allow to cool to room temperature then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    What's the best way to reheat cinnamon rolls?

    The best way to reheat cinnamon rolls is in the air fryer. Air fry at 350°F for 3 to 5 minutes, just until they are heated all the way through.

    Kitchen tools and equipment

    For this recipe, you just need a one main kitchen tool:

    Air fryer - You'll need a 6-quart, 8-quart, or 10-quart air fryer for this recipe. We make this in our 10-quart Ninja Foodi Dual Zone Air Fryer.

    What goes with cinnamon rolls for breakfast?

    air fryer cinnamon rolls and a cup of coffee

    The best companion to these air fryer cinnamon rolls? A large mug of piping hot coffee.

    They are also delicious when enjoyed with Crispy Air Fryer Bacon and some Salsa Eggs. Or try drizzling some Homemade Raspberry Jam over the rolls instead of or in addition to the icing.

    If you are making a large breakfast or brunch spread, consider adding these air fried cinnamon rolls to a Brunch Charcuterie Board.

    More delicious breakfast recipes

    Looking for more breakfast recipe ideas? Try one of these yummy recipes to start your day!

    • Air Fryer Hash Brown Patties
    • Chorizo Breakfast Bowl
    • Banana Chocolate Chip Waffles
    • Blackberry Scones with Blackberry Glaze

    Did you make this recipe? Don't forget to leave a 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card, and if you really loved it, please leave a comment further down on the page. Thank you!

    air fryer cinnamon rolls with icing drizzle.

    Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls

    5 from 1 vote
    Prep Time: 1 min
    Cook Time: 9 mins
    Total Time: 10 mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    Yummy breakfast in minutes!
    Servings: 5 cinnamon rolls
    Calories: 256kcal
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    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients

    • 1 package refrigerated cinnamon rolls I use Pillsbury Grand rolls, which come in a package of 5.
    • cooking spray

    Instructions

    • Preheat your air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes while you open the package of cinnamon rolls. Set aside the icing that comes with the package.
    • Spray the air fryer basket or trays with non-aerosol cooking spray. Place the cinnamon rolls on the air fryer basket or trays an inch or two apart in a single layer, as they will expand during cooking. You may need to work in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer.
    • Air fry at 350°F for 7 to 9 minutes, until the outside of the cinnamon rolls is a nice golden brown.
    • Remove and place on a plate and spread the icing that came with the package over the cinnamon rolls. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    Air Fryers: every air fryer is different, and you may need to adjust the cooking time depending on your air fryer. This recipe has been tested using the Ninja Foodi 10-quart Dual Zone Air Fryer. 
    Storage: Allow cinnamon rolls to cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 or 4 days. 
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 528mg | Sugar: 16g | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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