How to Make Mom's Jiffy Cinnamon Rolls - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly special about the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls wafting through the house. It's a scent that brings back memories of cozy Sunday mornings and family gatherings. And while there are plenty of recipes out there for cinnamon rolls, there's just something about Mom's Jiffy Cinnamon Rolls that seems to capture the essence of homemade comfort and warmth.

These cinnamon rolls have been a staple in our family for as long as I can remember. They were one of the firs...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ (15.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
  • 2 (.25 ounce) packages quick-rise yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups warm water (105 to115 degrees F/40 to 45 degrees C)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 rolls

  • Combine 3 cups flour, cake mix, yeast, and salt in a large bowl; beat warm water into flour mixture until thoroughly combined. Mix remaining 1 cup flour into batter to make a soft dough.
  • Turn dough out onto a floured work surface and knead until smooth, 6 to 8 minutes. Roll dough into a 9x18-inch rectangle. Spread softened butter over dough and sprinkle evenly with sugar and cinnamon. Roll dough into a log, starting with a long edge, and pinch edges together to seal.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Cut dough into 1-inch thick slices and arrange on prepared baking sheet. Cover rolls and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 15 minutes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cinnamon rolls are lightly browned and cooked through inside, 15 to 18 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    189 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 219mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 58mg