Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups

These Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups combine bread, cream cheese, cinnamon, sugar, and butter to create gooey, crispy, sweet bliss.

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You know those mornings where nothing’s wrong exactly, but everything’s… off? That was me last week. Cold coffee. A weird dream I couldn’t shake. One sock missing, and no clean mugs. The kind of morning that practically begs you to crawl back into bed—or, better yet, bake something that smells like a warm memory.

I wasn’t planning to make Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups. Honestly, I hadn’t thought about them in years—not since my cousin made a batch for a sleepover when we were, what, twelve? But there I was, staring into the fridge at half a block of cream cheese and a loaf of bread on its last good day.

I grabbed a butter knife. Then the sugar. Then, completely out of spite (and maybe desperation), I made a batch. And let me tell you… that first bite? Crunchy edges, warm cream cheese center, cinnamon sugar sticking to my fingers? It felt like I’d time-traveled to simpler days. Days where your biggest worry was whether someone else ate the last one before you got there.

I ate two standing over the sink. Not glamorous. But healing? Yeah, actually.

Why You’ll Love This Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups Recipe?

Let’s just be honest here: they’re not fancy. There’s no saffron, no lavender honey glaze, no “dusting of artisanal cinnamon sourced from a single mountaintop tree.” Nope. Just humble ingredients and comfort in every bite.

• Six ingredients. If you’ve got bread and butter, you’re basically halfway there.

• No special tools. I once used a wine bottle to flatten the bread. Totally worked.

• Sweet, gooey, crispy. They hit all the good texture notes.

• Perfectly imperfect. Some come out lopsided, some leak filling… still delicious.

• You can make a whole batch in under 30 minutes. And let’s be honest, they won’t last much longer than that.

You’ll burn your tongue on the first one, forget to take a “before” photo, and still feel like you nailed breakfast.

Ingredient Notes:

I’m not going to pretend you need a shopping list app for this one. Most of these ingredients are probably already lurking in your kitchen.

• 10–12 slices of bread – Any kind. White bread rolls up like a dream, but I’ve used multigrain too when that’s all I had. A bit rustic, but it works.

• 4 oz cream cheese – Room temp, please. Trying to spread cold cream cheese on bread is a sad, tear-your-toast kind of experience.

• 3 tbsp powdered sugar – You could use honey or maple syrup if you’re out. It’s a flexible filling.

• ½ cup granulated sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon – The classic combo. Smells like every cozy memory ever.

• ½ cup melted butter – I won’t lie. This is not a low-fat recipe. But butter = flavor, and that outer crunch? Chef’s kiss.

Optional: a pinch of salt in the filling, or a drop of vanilla. I don’t always bother, but when I do, it’s lovely.

How To Make Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups?

Step 1: Preheat your oven.
Set it to 350°F. Don’t skip this. Starting with a hot oven means the outsides crisp up fast and don’t go soggy.

Step 2: Prep the bread.
Trim the crusts—unless you like ’em, then leave them. Flatten each slice with a rolling pin, or literally anything cylindrical (I’ve used a clean can of beans before).

Step 3: Make the filling.
Mix the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Don’t overthink it. It should be spreadable and slightly sweet—like the inside of a grocery store danish.

Step 4: Assemble the roll-ups.
Spread a layer of cream cheese on each slice. Not too thick, unless you want it to burst out the sides (which, honestly, is not a tragedy). Roll them up gently but firmly.

Step 5: Dip and roll.
Dip each roll in the melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture. This part is messy, but it’s also the most fun. Your fingers will get sticky. That’s how you know it’s working.

Step 6: Bake.
Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes. You want them golden brown, with slightly caramelized edges.

Step 7: Eat while warm.
Let them cool just long enough not to scald your tongue. Or don’t. No one’s watching.

Storage Options:

• Room temp: They’re okay for a day or two in an airtight container.

• Fridge: They’ll keep for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or toaster to bring back that crunch.

• Freezer: You can freeze them! Wrap in foil, freeze, and reheat at 350°F for 10–12 minutes.

Pro tip: frozen roll-ups taste weirdly amazing with vanilla ice cream. Like a deep-fried cheesecake, minus the frying.

Variations and Substitutions:

You’ve got the basic method now—so play. These are begging for a remix.

• Add a spoonful of jam or Nutella inside. It turns into a surprise middle.

• Use cinnamon raisin bread for double cinnamon vibes.

• Try a savory version: skip the sugar, add garlic & herb cream cheese, and roll in parmesan. Serve with marinara.

• Add chopped strawberries or blueberries before rolling. Messy? Sure. Worth it? Absolutely.

Let the roll-up be your blank canvas of delicious possibility.

What to Serve with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups?

Besides your fingers and a napkin?

• Coffee. Always coffee.

• Fresh fruit or a smoothie. To pretend it’s a “balanced breakfast.”

• Chai or hot cocoa. Especially on cold mornings.

• Maple syrup drizzle. For when you’re feeling extra.

• A big smile and zero guilt. Because honestly? You deserve this.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I make them ahead?
Yep. Assemble and chill overnight, then butter and bake in the morning.

Can I skip the crust cutting and flattening?
Technically, yes. But the roll-ups may fall apart or puff weird. Still tasty though.

Can I make these in an air fryer?
For sure. 375°F for about 10 minutes. Check at the 8-minute mark.

These Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups are not trying to be revolutionary. They’re not gluten-free, paleo, or made with ancient grains. But they’re warm, sweet, familiar, and easy—and sometimes that’s exactly what you need.

They remind me that comfort doesn’t have to be complicated. That good things can come from stale bread and leftover cream cheese. And that no matter how messy your morning is, a bite of something homemade can make it just a little bit brighter.

So go on. Flatten some bread. Smear some cheese. Roll those little suckers in butter and sugar. And when you take that first warm, gooey, crispy bite?

Tell me how it went. Did you share them? Hide them? Add sprinkles? Burn the first batch but love the second? I want to hear it all.

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Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Experience the melding of flavors, with these Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups, a delightful twist on beloved comfort food. Picture soft fluffy slices of bread gently. Generously spread with a cheese and sweet powdered sugar mixture. Each roll is then immersed in butter before being coated in a tantalizing combination of cinnamon and granulated sugar resulting in an irresistible medley of textures. As these roll-ups bake they transform brown spirals of delight with a crispy caramelized outer layer and a warm gooey center. This. Exceptional recipe guarantees to transport you to a realm of indulgence ideal for savoring those precious little moments, in life.

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4 Servings

Ingredients

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• 10-12 slices of bread any kind
• 4 ounces of cream cheese softened
• 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar
• ½ c of granulated white sugar
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
• ½ c of butter melted

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Instructions

 

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Remove the crusts from the slices of bread. Flatten them using a rolling pin.
3. Take a bowl and combine softened cream cheese with sugar until it becomes smooth.
4. Pour melted butter into one dish. In another dish mix granulated sugar and cinnamon.
5. Spread the cream cheese mixture on each slice of bread. Roll them tightly to create roll-ups.
6. Start by dipping each roll up, in butter, and roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat it well.
7. Arrange the roll-ups, on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes until they turn a light golden brown color.
8. Serve these Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-ups while they are still warm.

Notes

If you're a fan of the flavor of Cinnamon Cream Cheese Roll-Ups but require a gluten-free alternative you're, in luck! This recipe can be easily adjusted to meet your needs without compromising on taste or texture. Simply replace the bread with your gluten-free bread. There are options that offer a similarly soft and flexible texture perfect, for rolling. When selecting your bread choose one that isn't too dry or crumbly to ensure it holds up well during the cream cheese mixture preparation and baking process.

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