Description
This Heart Shaped Cinnamon Rolls recipe is a fun and festive twist on classic cinnamon rolls, using store-bought flaky cinnamon roll dough shaped into adorable hearts. Perfect for special occasions or as a delightful breakfast treat, these cinnamon rolls are easy to prepare and bake to a golden, gooey finish, topped with sweet icing and optional sprinkles for an extra touch of charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 13 oz can Pillsbury Flaky Cinnamon Rolls
- Sprinkles, optional
Instructions
- Open the can: Carefully open the can of cinnamon rolls and separate each roll gently without tearing the dough.
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking by the time your rolls are ready.
- Divide and separate rolls: Once opened, divide and separate the individual cinnamon rolls completely to prepare for shaping.
- Unroll dough partially: Unroll each cinnamon roll so that one end remains coiled, providing structure for the heart shape.
- Create heart shape coils: Coil the other end of the dough, forming two equal coils which will form the lobes of the heart.
- Pinch dough center: Stretch the uncoiled section slightly and firmly pinch the center to hold the heart shape in place during baking.
- Place on baking sheet: Arrange the shaped heart cinnamon rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them adequately to allow for expansion.
- Bake rolls: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven following the time indicated on the package, usually about 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool on wire rack: Remove the rolls from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Drizzle icing and decorate: Once slightly cooled, drizzle the included icing over the heart-shaped cinnamon rolls and garnish with optional sprinkles for a festive look.
Notes
- You can use store-bought cinnamon roll dough for convenience or make your own for a homemade touch.
- Be gentle when unrolling to avoid tearing the dough, which can affect the shape.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Allow rolls to cool slightly before adding icing to prevent it from melting and sliding off.
- Sprinkles are optional but add a fun festive decoration especially for holidays or celebrations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
