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Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls Recipe Easy Fluffy Homemade Treats

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Quick and easy air fryer cinnamon rolls with a fluffy texture and gooey cinnamon-sugar center, perfect for a homemade treat without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (about 250g)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (one packet)
  • ¾ cup warm milk (180ml, about 110°F/43°C)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar (70g), packed
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened (for filling)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (60g)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream (use dairy-free milk if needed)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine ¾ cup warm milk with 1 tablespoon sugar and the instant yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, remaining 1 tablespoon sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt. Add the yeast mixture, 3 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 large egg. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add more flour if sticky but keep dough soft.
  4. First rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover loosely, and let rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare the filling: Mix ⅓ cup brown sugar with 2 tablespoons cinnamon. Soften 3 tablespoons butter separately.
  6. Roll out the dough: Punch down dough and roll into a 12×9 inch rectangle on a floured surface.
  7. Spread the filling: Brush softened butter evenly over dough, then sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture on top, pressing lightly.
  8. Form the rolls: Roll dough tightly from the long edge into a log. Slice into 8 equal rolls using a sharp knife or dental floss.
  9. Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.
  10. Cook the rolls: Place rolls in air fryer basket with space between. Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Cover with foil halfway if browning too fast.
  11. Make the glaze: Whisk ½ cup powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons milk and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  12. Finish and serve: Drizzle glaze over warm rolls immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed. Cover rolls loosely with foil if browning too fast. Use instant yeast for quick rise or proof active dry yeast first. Let rolls cool about 5 minutes before glazing for best results. For dairy-free, substitute milk and butter with almond milk and coconut oil. Dental floss gives cleaner cuts without squishing rolls.

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