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Cinnamon Roll Phyllo Dough Dessert

Irresistibly Easy Cinnamon Roll Phyllo Dough Dessert You’ll Crave Again and Again

  • Author: Lyndy
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 16 rolls 1x

Description

Cinnamon Roll Phyllo Dough Dessert is a flaky, buttery twist on classic cinnamon rolls — featuring crisp phyllo layers wrapped around warm cinnamon sugar filling and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. It’s the perfect quick dessert for brunch, holidays, or cozy weekends, delivering the comfort of a cinnamon roll with a crisp, golden crunch in every bite.

Ingredients

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For the Dessert:

  • 16 sheets phyllo dough, thawed
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ¾ cup (150g) light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

For the Glaze:

  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Make the filling: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Layer the phyllo: Place one sheet of phyllo on a clean surface and brush with melted butter. Repeat, stacking four buttered sheets.
  4. Add the filling: Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top sheet.
  5. Roll and slice: Roll tightly from the long side into a log and cut into 2-inch pieces. Repeat with remaining phyllo and filling.
  6. Bake: Arrange rolls swirl-side up in the pan and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and crisp.
  7. Make the glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

  • Keep phyllo sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out.
  • Brush each layer with butter for crisp, even baking.
  • Don’t overfill — a light sprinkle of filling ensures perfect structure.
  • Let cool slightly before glazing for best texture.
  • Add nuts, chocolate chips, or cream cheese for creative variations.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Pastry, Holiday Baking
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Phyllo Dessert, Phyllo Dough Cinnamon Rolls, Easy Phyllo Pastry, Cinnamon Phyllo Rolls, Holiday Desserts, Flaky Cinnamon Dessert, Brunch Pastry Recipes, Quick Baking Ideas

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