Using the bread machine is one of the easiest ways to get homemade cinnamon rolls on the table without turning destroying the kitchen with a full blown baking project. They’re a great option for lazy weekends or holiday mornings when you want something warm without extra work.

Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls bake up soft and tender full of a warm spicy cinnamon filling. The centers are fluffy while the edges turn lightly golden.

Using a bread machine takes most of the effort out of making dough. You add the ingredients, press a button, and come back when it is ready. That makes this recipe easy to repeat whenever you want fresh baked rolls.

Ingredients For Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls

These ingredient list includes both regular flour and bread flour. Using both flours help give the rolls structure while keeping them tender. If you only have all-purpose flour you can just use that as well.

water
butter
sugar
egg
salt
flour
bread flour
powdered milk
dry active yeast
ground cinnamon
powdered sugar
vanilla
milk

Overhead view of iced cinnamon rolls in a baking pan next to a plate with a single roll and a glass of milk.

Why Bother Using A Bread machine?

I know I know making bread by hand is easy but there are good reasons to use a bread machine if you have one.

Hands off mixing and kneading with no guesswork
Consistent results without needing to watch the dough
Less mess compared to mixing by hand
Great way to use a tool you already own
Frees up time while the dough develops properly

Don’t Have a Bread Machine?

I got my bread machine through a facebook buy nothing group. It’s one of my greatest finds! Check thrift stores or your local “buy nothing” groups for bread machines people no longer want or need.

You can still use this recipe if you don’t have a bread machine! Just use a stand mixer with a dough hook, then transfer the dough to an oiled bowl to rise.

Or make it all by hand be sure to allow extra time for kneading and rising.

Store leftovers

Keep cinnamon rolls covered at room temperature for up to two days. For longer storage, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

If you like you can warm them slightly before serving to bring back the soft texture. They can also be frozen and reheated later.

Cinnamon roll served on a plate with a glass of milk nearby.

Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls

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Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 20

Bread Machine Time: 2

Total Time: 2 40

Servings: Rolls

Calories: 409kcal

Let the bread machine handle the dough so you can still pull warm cinnamon rolls from the oven with ease.

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Ingredients

Dough

1 1/3 cup water
8 tbsp butter cut into small pieces
5 tbsp sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp salt
3 cups all purpose flour
1 1/2 cups bread flour
1/2 cup powdered milk
1 tbsp active dry yeast

Filling

1 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter melted

Icing

3 cups powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
5 tbsp milk

Instructions

Place all dough ingredients into the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer
Select the dough setting and start the machine
butter a 9×13 baking dish and set aside
Once the dough cycle is complete remove the dough and divide into two portions
Roll one portion into a rectangle about 12 by 16 inches
Brush with half of the melted butter
In a small bowl mix the sugar and cinnamon
Sprinkle half of the mixture over the dough
Roll the dough tightly from the short side
cut into 8 slices
Place the rolls in the prepared baking dish
Repeat the process with the remaining dough
Cover the baking pan with plastic wrap or a dishtowel and allow the rolls to rise again for about 30 minutes
Remove the plastic wrap from the pan
meanwhile preheat the oven to 350°F
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown
Meanwhile in a small bowl mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth
Drizzle over warm rolls