Soft, golden cinnamon rolls in your bread machine
There’s something sacred about the slow rise of dough on a chilly morning.
I remember the first time I made cinnamon rolls in our old bread machine. The sun hadn’t even come up yet. The smell of vanilla warming in the milk drifted through the kitchen, and by the time my wife woke up, the dough was puffed up and ready to roll—literally.
These aren’t just rolls. They’re a little reminder that good things don’t need to be complicated.
This post is for folks like you—bread machine bakers looking for something a little extra.
We’ll walk through each step of making Easy Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls using ingredients you can feel good about. Our Organic All-Purpose Flour gives these rolls their soft, pillowy base.
And that vanilla milk trick? It’s a simple way to elevate the flavor without adding fuss.
As baker and author Zoë François once said,
“A cinnamon roll is comfort food at its finest. The smell alone can turn a house into a home.”
This recipe will show you how to mix, roll, and bake these beauties with minimal effort—and maximum joy.
Ingredients for Easy Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls
For the Dough:
- 3 cups Organic All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- ¾ cup whole milk, warmed to about 110°F and infused with 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
For the Filling:
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
For the Icing (Optional, but oh-so-good):
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls
1. Warm the milk and stir in vanilla.
Pour the milk into a small saucepan over low heat or microwave it in 15-second intervals until warm—not hot—then stir in the vanilla. Let it cool slightly—around 110°F is perfect. Not too hot, not too cold.
2. Load the bread machine.
Pour the vanilla milk, egg, and melted butter into the pan first. Then add the Organic All-Purpose Flour, sugar, and salt. Last, make a little well in the flour and spoon in your yeast.
3. Set to ‘Dough’ and relax.
Select the Dough cycle on your bread machine. It usually takes about 1.5 hours. This is a good time to clean up, enjoy a cup of coffee, or just step outside and breathe in the morning air.
4. Roll out the dough.
When the cycle’s done, lay the dough on a floured surface. Roll it into a 10×15 inch rectangle. The dough should feel soft and springy—a bit like a marshmallow.
5. Add the cinnamon filling.
Spread softened butter across the dough. Then sprinkle on the brown sugar and cinnamon. Go ahead and be generous—this is the heart of the roll.
6. Roll it up and slice.
Roll the dough from the long edge into a tight log. Slice into 12 even pieces. Use unflavored dental floss or a sharp knife to keep those pretty spirals intact.
7. Let ’em rise.
Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Cover and let them rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes. They’ll puff up and fill the pan like cozy neighbors.
8. Bake to golden perfection.
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake for 20–22 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and your kitchen smells like heaven.
9. Optional icing drizzle.
Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over the warm rolls. Or skip it—these rolls are sweet enough on their own.
Make-Ahead Option:
Want fresh-baked rolls first thing in the morning?
Shape the rolls, cover the pan, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
Golden Swirls and Soft Centers: A Baker’s Reward
Picture this: You pull the pan from the oven, and a cloud of sweet cinnamon steam rises up to greet you.
The tops are golden and slightly crisp. The centers? Soft, sticky, and still warm. They pull apart like tender pillows, with that signature swirl of sugar and spice melting into the dough. And the vanilla scent from the milk? It lingers in the air like a warm memory.
These rolls aren’t just beautiful—they’re dependable.
Tips from the Farmhouse:
- If your dough feels sticky, dust your hands with a touch of flour.
- If your kitchen’s a little chilly, place the pan on top of the warm oven for the second rise.
- For extra depth, try browning the butter before brushing it onto the dough.
Easy Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls FAQs
Absolutely! After the bread machine completes the dough cycle and you’ve shaped the rolls, cover them tightly and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before baking as directed.
To minimize filling leakage, ensure you’re rolling the dough tightly and sealing the edge well. Additionally, leaving a small border without filling along the edges can help keep the sweet goodness inside.
Using unflavored dental floss is a gentle and effective method. Slide the floss under the rolled dough, cross the ends over the top, and pull to make a clean cut. This technique helps maintain the shape and swirl of each roll.
Yes, you can freeze both unbaked and baked cinnamon rolls. For unbaked rolls, place them on a baking sheet to freeze individually, then transfer to an airtight container. When ready to bake, allow them to thaw and rise before baking. For baked rolls, let them cool completely before freezing, and reheat in the oven when ready to enjoy.
Using high-quality flour, such as Organic All-Purpose Flour, and ensuring precise measurements can contribute to a soft texture. Additionally, allowing the dough to rise adequately and not overbaking will help achieve that desired fluffiness.
Why These Easy Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls Are Worth It
There’s a quiet kind of joy that comes from pulling a pan of fresh-baked cinnamon rolls out of the oven.
With this recipe, you don’t need a big fuss or fancy tools. Just your trusty bread machine, a few real ingredients, and a bit of patience.
The result?
Soft, golden rolls filled with warm spice and vanilla goodness—made even better with our Organic All-Purpose Flour.
They’re perfect for a slow Saturday morning, a special brunch, or just because you deserve something sweet made with care.
If you give this recipe a try, we’d love to see your results! Snap a photo and tag us on Instagram or Facebook with #EarlyBirdFarm.
Your kitchen just might inspire another baker.
Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls
Equipment
- Bread Machine
- Rolling Pin
- Baking Pan (9×13″)
Ingredients
Dough
- 3 cups Organic All-Purpose Flour Feature ingredient
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
- 3/4 cup milk Infused with 1 tsp vanilla extract, warmed to ~110°F
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg
Filling
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter softened
Icing (optional)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp milk
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Warm the milk and stir in the vanilla extract. Let it cool slightly to about 110°F.
- Add milk, egg, and melted butter to the bread machine pan. Add flour, sugar, and salt. Make a small well in the flour and add the yeast last.
- Set the bread machine to the ‘Dough’ cycle (usually 1.5 hours).
- After the dough cycle finishes, transfer dough to a floured surface and roll into a 10×15 inch rectangle.
- Spread softened butter over the surface, sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll the dough tightly from the long side and slice into 12 even pieces.
- Place rolls in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 20–22 minutes, until golden brown.
- Optional: Whisk together icing ingredients and drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
