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Easy Hawaiian Sweet Roll Cinnamon Rolls

These King’s Hawaiian Cinnamon Rolls are soft, gooey, and bursting with cinnamon-sugar flavor : all made quick and easy using sweet Hawaiian rolls. Topped with a silky vanilla glaze, they’re perfect for brunch, breakfast, or an indulgent dessert that feels bakery-fresh with minimal effort.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x

Ingredients

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For the Rolls:

  • 1 package King’s Hawaiian sweet rolls
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 1½ tsp ground cinnamon

For the Glaze:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tbsp milk or cream
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C); grease an 8×8 dish.
  2. Slice Hawaiian rolls horizontally (like a sandwich).
  3. Mix butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon; spread on the bottom half.
  4. Replace the top layer, cut into rolls, and place in dish.
  5. Bake covered 12 minutes, uncover and bake 6–8 more.
  6. Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm rolls.
  • Author: Joseph
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18–20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American / Hawaiian-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian