This easy, no yeast cinnamon roll dough can be made and baked in under an hour. Try making Eggnog Cinnamon Rolls for a delicious holiday twist.
So far we have gone through two containers of eggnog...in one week. And Christmas is still 20 days away! Oh, and only two of us actually like eggnog in our house.
My oldest finished off the first container so quickly that I had to buy another one and put a note on it that said "Do Not Touch". This is a very necessary note because that kid would seriously drink all of it in one day if I let him. I had these cinnamon rolls in mind, so I had to make sure the eggnog was there when I went to bake.
So, the other day I about fell over. Not because I tripped or anything...although that has happened before. My oldest son came home from school and asked if we could go shopping...for clothes. And then he said he wanted clothes for Christmas too. Stylish clothes to be exact.
Who is this???
This is the child who wants nothing to do with shopping and who will wear whatever clothes I buy. I was in shock just about all day from those two comments. I was telling my husband this and he asked, "Is there a girl?" We asked, and he swears up and down that there is no girl. I have my suspicions though...
Maybe I should buy two more containers of eggnog. One for my son to drink and one for me to bake him yummy eggnog treats...then I will bribe him with both to tell me why he is interested in clothes so much. He does go to a private school where the kids do dress a little nicer. The mom in me is hoping that is the reason...no way am I ready for him to like girls.
But we did take him to the mall the other night. He was like a kid in a candy store...except we were in Old Navy, and he was picking out shirts and cardigans. Oh, and he asked for a bow tie. Again who is this child? I think it is all the Dr. Who he has been watching lately. He even wore a bow tie to school today. Apparently it is the cool thing to wear now.
I have to face it one of these days...my baby is growing up and I don't like it.
I think I will just go face plant myself into a pan of these Eggnog Cinnamon Rolls to console myself.
This is such an easy dough to make. I love it because there is no rise time. Make the dough, roll it up, and bake. And that can all happen in about 45 minutes with a bowl and a fork. Perfect for those mornings you have a cinnamon roll craving!
This eggnog version is so delicious. I used eggnog in the dough, and again in the frosting. No shortage of eggnog flavor here!
Bring on the eggnog...I have more shopping to do...for clothes apparently.
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Recipe
Eggnog Cinnamon Rolls
This easy no yeast Eggnog Cinnamon Rolls gets holiday flavor from eggnog in the dough and frosting.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 ½ cups flour
- 2 Tablespoons sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup eggnog
- 7 Tablespoons butter, melted and divided
For the Filling
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 Tablespoon butter, melted
For the Frosting
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 Tablespoon eggnog
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°.
- Stir together the filling ingredients until it looks like wet sand. Set aside.
- Sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Create a hole in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the eggnog and 2 Tablespoons melted butter. Use a fork to stir together to form a soft dough.
- Place the dough on a well-floured surface. Knead the dough a few times to work a little bit of flour into the dough. Do not add too much flour or your rolls will be tough.
- Use your hands to gently press the dough into a 10x14 rectangle, keeping some flour between the dough and counter.
- Spread the dough with 2 Tablespoons melted butter, and sprinkle the filling over the top. Leave about a ½ inch border all around the dough.
- Slowly roll up from the shortest side. If the dough sticks to the counter, use a spatula or knife to gently loosen it as you roll. Cut the roll into 9 even pieces.
- Spread 1 Tablespoon melted butter in the bottom of a 8x8 baking dish.
- Place the 9 rolls in the pan with room around each one. Bake for 18 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- Beat together all the frosting ingredients. Serve the warm rolls with frosting.
- The unfrosted rolls can be stored in a sealed container on the counter. Keep the frosting in the refrigerator. These can also be reheated the next day for 10-15 seconds in the microwave, before adding frosting.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 9 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 404Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 411mgCarbohydrates: 60gFiber: 1gSugar: 32gProtein: 6g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
Other baked goods that use eggnog in them:
Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction
I wish I were enjoying one of these cinnamon rolls for breakfast right now!
Jocelyn Brubaker
LOL now I want cinnamon rolls again too!
Erin | The Emerging Foodie
Love the story about your son... so funny! These look delicious. I have to admit I'm not a big eggnog fan but I would happily devour one of these! MMM.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Erin.
Kelly
Aaw, I don't know how I would handle the day when my son grows up way too fast for my liking too. One of these soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls might help though 🙂 They look incredible Jocelyn! I love how easy they are to make too 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Hot fresh cinnamon rolls do help...for a little while anyway!
Zainab @ Blahnik Baker
Awww that is so cool he wears a bowtie to school. Dr Who will do that or a girl who watches Dr Who?? Hhaha! I do love everything about these rolls. I can only deal with eggnog in baked goods so together my husband and I go through a cartoon every week (he loves drinking it).
Jocelyn Brubaker
Aaaahhh a girl that likes Dr. Who...I hadn't thought of that angle. Now you have me wondering?
Stephanie @ PlainChicken
you had me at "no yeast" - love quick cinnamon rolls!
Jocelyn Brubaker
The no yeast factor gets me each time too...love how easy they are!
Veronique
YAY for Doctor Who addicted son! Bow ties are cool, the doctor says so 😉
Jocelyn Brubaker
Hahaha! He is definitely loving that show!
Marcie
WOW, do these ever look good! My kids would go absolutely ape over these 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thank you Marcie!
Samantha @ Five Heart Home
I just bought a big jug of eggnog and I'm so making these on Saturday. My family will be elated...they thank you in advance, Jocelyn! 😉
Jocelyn Brubaker
I sure hope you had a chance to try them and that your family enjoyed them! Now I want to make them again too!
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen
There is nothing like a great breakfast treat....especially when there is icing on the top! 🙂 Pinned to my breakfast board!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Breakfast that has icing...yes, it's a great way to start the day! Thank you for pinning!
Tieghan
I love how easy these are!! I already now they taste amazing, but I love how fast I can have them in front of me! Yes!!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Tieghan!
DessertForTwo
Thanks for all the fabulous eggnog recipes! I bought a carton of it, and used about 2 tablespoons for one of my tiny desserts, hehe. I've been adding whiskey to it at night, but a girl can only handle so much!
🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Eggnog and whiskey sounds perfect. Can I come over for drinks with you?
Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent
Yum! I totally want these for Christmas morning 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
These would be the perfect Christmas morning roll!
Averie @ Averie Cooks
Oh I bet these are just so moist, soft, and perfect! I would love one of these babies right now! pinned
Jocelyn Brubaker
They are so soft and yes, moist 🙂 Thank you so much for pinning!
Wendy
I enjoy eggnog but no one else in my family does. Your cinnamon rolls and scones look too good to pass up. I love that the cinnamon rolls have no yeast and are quick to make! I will just have to bake them when I need a dessert to bring to someone else's house! Kids growing up is overwhelming and amazing. Independence...changing tastes....relationships....spreading their wings...pushing the envelope. I find it hard to resist the urge to lock them up in a closet until they are 30 or so. 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Locking them in a closet...hhhhmmm I have considered that too 🙂 I'm happy to see the independence they are getting as they get older...just not happy my little ones are "gone". Well, most days...I do kind of like that they are self sufficient now.
Mary Frances @ The Sweet {Tooth} Life
You're speaking my language! Fast, easy cinnamon rolls sound just up my alley. And eggnog ... haha, I understand the need to label things! And I cracked up when I read the clothes shopping part - why do people think we ask for giftcards for Christmas? For the stretchy pants of course! 🙂 Aw, I wish our boys wanted to buy bow ties and wear them - if they're going to grow up, best if they look sharp doing it. 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Fast and easy cinnamon rolls are all I can handle...the other ones take too long when I just want to be devouring cinnamon rolls! And yes, gift cards are a great idea...let him buy his own stuff now!
Mary.
Note to self: dr who isn't the only one that wears a bowtie, "peewee herman" did, back in the day. (He still does) lol. Anyway, I use leftover egg nog to make "instant" french toast. I dunk cinnamon swril bread in the egg nog in a small, or medium bowl, and them, I fry them in a pan on medium heat. Came out good too.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Note to self...make french toast with the leftover eggnog. That's a great idea Mary! Thank you!
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet
I would love to know the brand of eggnog you buy so I can go out and buy some. I am weary of eggnog, it was not something I ever had growing up. I made it once about 4 years ago and now I have no idea how I did it. Next best thing is to buy! I will do face plants with you! 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Come do the face plants with me for sure!!! We usually buy Deans Eggnog...it is the creamiest and best in our opinion.
Kristen
I love that he wanted to wear a bow tie to school! Mine wants to wear athletic pants every single day!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Kristen. He has definitely changed his style to more preppy all of a sudden. Although he has never really been a sweatpants kind of a kid.
TaraLee
I was so excited to see these eggnog recipes today, especially the cinnamon buns! I will be making some today. I love love love eggnog! I freeze it so we can have it all year round. I drink it in my tea like creamer, make cream of wheat with it, put it in pancake batter and make caramel with it. I've even soaked chicken thighs in it, rolled them in crushed cornflakes and baked them. Very tasty! So thank you for making my day with this awesome cinnamon bun recipe!
Jocelyn Brubaker
What a great idea to freeze it to have all year long. I will have to give that a try!
Johlene
Love the fact that you added eggnog to these cinnamon rolls.. I´m in love!! Xx
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Johlene!
Jance
Where we live, we cannot get eggnog, although we really like it. Do you have a way to make good eggnog that is easy?
Jocelyn Brubaker
I have never made my own eggnog. You could google it and find a homemade version I'm sure.