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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Bloomin’ Cinnamon Rolls

    Updated: Mar 19, 2024 · by Tonia Larson

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    These Bloomin’ Cinnamon Rolls are full of ooey, gooey caramel goodness. Make this blooming cinnamon roll monkey bread like recipe for breakfast or dessert.

    Bloomin' Cinnamon Rolls

    Cinnamon rolls of one of the desserts that bring me back to my childhood. My mom has always made the most amazing cinnamon rolls. She makes pans of big fluffy cinnamon rolls, sticky caramel rolls, cinnamon roll loaves and cinnamon sticks.

    I remember one time when I was little, my mom had just pulled a pan of caramel cinnamon rolls out of the oven and had me run one over to our elderly neighbor’s house so she could enjoy them too!

    Today’s Bloomin’ Cinnamon Rolls recipe reminds me of those delicious caramel rolls. Like the Bloomin’ Baked Apples and Bloomin’ Baked Potatoes, these Bloomin’ Cinnamon Rolls are sure to become a family favorite!

    How To Make Bloomin’ Cinnamon Rolls

    butter and sugar in ramekins

    Start by preheating the oven to 170 degrees. Then, melt one tablespoon of butter in four ramekins (7 or 8 ounce size) and add a tablespoon of brown sugar. Mix the brown sugar and the butter together.

    Frozen Cinnamon Rolls for Bloomin' Cinnamon Rolls

    Top the mixture with a frozen cinnamon roll. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet.

    Raise Cinnamon Rolls

    Turn the oven OFF (this is very important because you don’t want the cinnamon rolls to bake yet) and put the frozen cinnamon rolls in the oven to rise for about 1 1/2 hours. Remove the pan from the oven and preheat it to 350 degrees.

    Cut Cinnamon Rolls

    Use a pair of kitchen scissors to make cuts around the cinnamon roll (the cuts don’t have to go all of the way through). Leave the center uncut.

    Sprinkle with Cinnamon Sugar

    Mix together two tablespoons of granulated sugar and one teaspoon of cinnamon. Sprinkle one teaspoon of the mixture over each of the cut cinnamon rolls.

    Bloomin' Cinnamon Roll Fresh From The Oven

    Bake the bloomin’ cinnamon rolls at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes.

    Caramel Drizzle on Bloomin' Cinnamon Rolls

    Then, drizzle the cinnamon rolls with one teaspoon of caramel ice cream topping.

    It’s like an individual serving of caramel monkey bread!

    Bloomin' Cinnamon Rolls Recipe with Icing On Top

    Mix together two tablespoons of softened butter, one cup of powdered sugar, two tablespoons of milk and half of a teaspoon of vanilla. Drizzle the icing over the blooming cinnamon rolls.

    forkful of cinnamon roll

    Take an ooey, gooey, caramel-ey bite. The bottom has a delicious layer of caramel just waiting to be scooped up!

    There’s nothing quite like a warm cinnamon roll. These Bloomin’ Cinnamon Rolls are comfort food at its best. Try making them for dessert or as part of a special breakfast!

    Bloomin cinnamon rolls with glaze.

    Bloomin' Cinnamon Rolls

    These Bloomin’ Cinnamon Rolls are full of ooey, gooey caramel goodness. Make this blooming cinnamon roll monkey bread like recipe for breakfast or dessert.
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    Prep Time: 1 hour hour 45 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 2 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
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    Ingredients

    • 4 frozen cinnamon rolls
    • 4 tablespoon butter
    • 4 tablespoon brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 4 teaspoon caramel ice cream topping

    Icing:

    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 2 tablespoon butter softened
    • 2 tablespoon milk
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 170˚F.
    • Grease ramekins with cooking spray.
    • Melt one tablespoon of butter in four ramekins (7 or 8 ounce size) and add a tablespoon of brown sugar.
    • Mix the brown sugar and the butter together.
    • Top the mixture with a frozen cinnamon roll.
    • Place the ramekins on a baking sheet.
    • Turn the oven OFF (this is very important because you don’t want the cinnamon rolls to bake yet) and put the frozen cinnamon rolls in the oven to rise for about 1 1/2 hours.
    • Remove the pan from the oven and preheat it to 350˚F.
    • Use a pair of kitchen scissors to make cuts around the cinnamon roll (the cuts don't have to go all of the way through). Leave the center uncut.
    • Mix together two tablespoons of granulated sugar and one teaspoon of cinnamon. Sprinkle one teaspoon of the mixture over each of the cut cinnamon rolls.
    • Bake the bloomin’ cinnamon rolls at 350˚F for 15-20 minutes.
    • Drizzle the cinnamon rolls with one teaspoon of caramel ice cream topping.

    Icing

    • Mix together two tablespoons of softened butter, one cup of powdered sugar, two tablespoons of milk and half of a teaspoon of vanilla. Drizzle the icing over the blooming cinnamon rolls.
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1roll | Calories: 638kcal | Carbohydrates: 96g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 854mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 67g
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 14+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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    1. Eden Passante says

      October 21, 2015 at 9:18 pm

      These are so fun and they look so gooey and delicious! Yum!

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        October 22, 2015 at 8:43 am

        Thanks so much Eden! I wish I was having one right now!

        Reply
    2. Kathy says

      October 20, 2015 at 10:09 am

      5 stars
      If someone wanted to add some toasted pecans when would you do it?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        October 20, 2015 at 5:08 pm

        It would depend on whether you want them in the cinnamon rolls or just on top. If you want them inside, I would tuck them in right after you cut the bloomin’ shape, before baking. Otherwise, you can sprinkle them on the bottom of the dish with the butter and sugar or sprinkle them on the top after baking. Happy Baking! ~Tonia

        Reply
    3. Kathy says

      October 20, 2015 at 10:09 am

      5 stars
      If someone wanted to add some toasted pecans when would you do it?

      Reply
    4. Dedra says

      September 23, 2015 at 1:24 am

      I dont know where to buy frozen cinnamon rolls in Canada. Could i use pilsbury cinnamon rolls instead?

      Reply
      • Suzanne says

        October 4, 2015 at 3:01 pm

        As a Canadian also I’d sure like to know where to purchase frozen cinnamon rolls. We can purchase
        Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls and like the other person asked can we use them. In Canada I believe we can buy Rhodes frozen dinner rolls only – at least we could at one time.

        Reply
        • Tonia says

          October 4, 2015 at 4:38 pm

          Dedra and Suzanne – I’ve never tried making them with Pillsbury Cinnamon Roll so I’m not sure how they would behave. A couple of years ago, I made heart shaped cinnamon rolls using Pillsbury FLAKY Cinnamon Rolls because that dough can be unrolled. That specific kind of Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls might work for this recipe. Here is that blog post: http://www.thegunnysack.com/2014/02/chocolate-peanut-butter-cookie-cups-pillsbury-valentines-making-party.html
          Otherwise, you might have to use homemade cinnamon rolls. Best of luck! ~Tonia

          Reply
    5. Sinfully Sweet CT says

      August 4, 2015 at 9:55 am

      Oh wow.. These look beyond amazing! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        August 4, 2015 at 11:24 am

        You are very welcome! Thanks for stopping by! ~Tonia

        Reply
      • Tonia says

        August 6, 2015 at 8:00 pm

        Thanks so much! There’s nothing like fresh cinnamon rolls, is there? ~Tonia

        Reply
    6. Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel says

      March 19, 2015 at 9:20 pm

      5 stars
      Tonia, this is the most brilliant thing I’ve seen lately! I love the idea of a bloomin’ cinnamon roll – I mean, who wouldn’t?! Pinned!!

      Reply
    7. Kathy Darlene says

      March 19, 2015 at 7:44 pm

      Would someone please give me an example of frozen cinnamon rolls? I’ve only ever seen the canned ones in the refrigerated section of the store. Thank You!

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        March 19, 2015 at 8:32 pm

        Hi Kathy,
        I used Rhondes Cinnamon Rolls http://www.rhodesbread.com/products/view/cinnamon-rolls There is a product locator on their website. Some stores might also sell a store brand of frozen cinnamon rolls. You could also use a small batch of homemade cinnamon rolls, just let them raise in the ramekins. Best of luck!
        ~Tonia

        Reply
      • Ann says

        July 16, 2015 at 1:26 pm

        Our grocery store has frozen cinnamon rolls with 12 in a bag.

        Reply
    8. Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel says

      March 19, 2015 at 9:20 pm

      5 stars
      Tonia, this is the most brilliant thing I’ve seen lately! I love the idea of a bloomin’ cinnamon roll – I mean, who wouldn’t?! Pinned!!

      Reply
    9. Cyndi - My Kitchen Craze says

      March 19, 2015 at 3:56 pm

      These look so good!! I want to jump through this screen and grab that ramekin. What a great and genius idea!! Love and pinned!! 🙂

      Reply
    10. Beth Holt says

      March 16, 2015 at 1:08 pm

      Oh my! I think I am in love!

      Reply
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