This Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread is a sweet and irresistible treat, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. The soft, buttery rolls coated in cinnamon sugar and topped with a sweet glaze make for a delightful and shareable loaf.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy and Fun: Using frozen dinner rolls makes this recipe incredibly easy and fun to make.
Sweet and Delicious: The combination of cinnamon sugar and sweet glaze creates a mouthwatering flavor.
Shareable: The pull-apart style makes it perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Versatile: Enjoy it warm or at room temperature, and customize the glaze to your liking.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread:

Frozen dinner rolls: The base of the bread.
Unsalted butter: Melted, adds richness and flavor.
Granulated sugar: Adds sweetness.
Ground cinnamon: Provides the signature cinnamon flavor.
Powdered sugar: For the glaze.
Whole milk: For the glaze, to achieve the right consistency.
Vanilla extract: For the glaze, adds flavor.

Note: You’ll find the complete list of ingredients, along with their exact measurements, in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to Make Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread

Step 1: Thaw the Dinner Rolls

Thaw the frozen dinner rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, covered, at room temperature until they can be rolled out.

Step 2: Prepare the Rolls and Preheat the Oven

Once the rolls are thawed, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray. Flatten the rolls to about ¼ inch thick.

Step 3: Coat the Rolls

In a bowl, mix the melted butter, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Coat each roll in the butter mixture and place them in a stack on top of each other.

Step 4: Assemble the Loaf

Take the stack of coated rolls and place it sideways in the loaf pan, fitting them to fill the pan. Brush any remaining butter mixture over the top.

Step 5: Let the Loaf Rise

Cover the loaf and let it rise for about an hour, or until it has risen almost to the top of the pan.

Step 6: Bake

When the loaf has risen, bake it for 30-35 minutes. The dough should be browned where it’s exposed, and the loaf should temp out to 190 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool completely before glazing.

Step 7: Make the Glaze

While the loaf cools, make the glaze. In a bowl, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Start with 2 tablespoons of milk and add more as needed to achieve the desired consistency.

Step 8: Glaze and Serve

When the loaf is cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top and serve.

Pro Tips for Making the Recipe

Thaw the rolls completely: This will make them easier to roll out and prevent uneven baking.
Don’t overfill the loaf pan: The dough will rise, so leave some room at the top of the pan.
Let the loaf cool completely before glazing: This will prevent the glaze from melting.
Adjust the glaze consistency: Add more or less milk to achieve your desired glaze consistency.

How to Serve

Breakfast or Brunch: Serve it warm with coffee or tea.
Dessert: Enjoy it as a sweet dessert after a meal.
Snack: It’s perfect for a mid-afternoon snack.

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

Store leftover pull-apart bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Freezing

You can freeze pull-apart bread. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of sugar for the coating?

Yes, you can use brown sugar for a richer flavor.

Can I add nuts to the coating?

Yes, you can add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts.

Can I use a different type of glaze?

Yes, you can use a cream cheese glaze or a simple powdered sugar glaze.

Can I make this bread gluten-free?

You can try using gluten-free dinner rolls, but the results may vary.