Name: Cinnamon Roll Pie
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 24 min
Total time: 1 h 24 min
Yield: 8 Servings
Cuisine: American

Real Life of Lulu Verified

January 22, 2026

Flaky pie crust, gooey cinnamon roll filling, and a thick layer of cream cheese frosting—what’s not to love? This Cinnamon Roll Pie is basically the best of both worlds, combining everything you love about cinnamon rolls in a buttery, golden pie. Trust me, one bite and you’ll be hooked!

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Cinnamon Roll Pie

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 4 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 200℉.

Combine the flour and yeast in a large bowl.

Combine the milk, sugar, and butter in a separate microwave-safe bowl.

Microwave for 1 minute.

Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon or an electric mixer. Stir until a dough ball forms.

Add the egg and continue stirring.

If the dough is too sticky, add 2 tablespoons of flour. It should not be super sticky when you touch it.

Cover the bowl with a towel and set aside for 10 minutes while you make the filling.

Combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch in a small bowl.

Lightly flour a surface and roll the dough out to about 12×16 inches. Trim off the ends to get an even rectangle.

Spread the ¼ cup of softened butter on the dough.

Sprinkle the cinnamon filling on the buttered dough.

Slice the dough into 8 even strips.

Place the pie dough in a 9-inch pie pan and flute the edges if desired.

Roll up each strip into a roll and place into the pie crust.

Turn off the oven. This is extremely important.

Cover the pie with foil and place in the oven for 30 minutes.

Take the pie out of the oven and remove the foil.

Turn the oven to 350℉.

When the oven at 350℉ put the pie back in and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Place on a cooling rack to cool slightly while making the frosting.

Use an electric mixer to combine the cream cheese, butter, vanilla, milk, and powdered sugar until a thick frosting forms.

Spread the frosting over the slightly cooled pie.

Slice and serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Butter Temperature Magic 🧈
Ensure butter is slightly softened but still cool when making the cinnamon filling to create the perfect creamy, spreadable consistency without melting completely.
Dough Chilling Technique 🧊
Chill the pie crust for at least 30 minutes before rolling to prevent shrinkage and ensure a flakier, more tender crust that holds its shape beautifully.
Cinnamon Swirl Pro Tip 🌀
When creating the cinnamon swirl, use a thin offset spatula to spread the filling evenly, ensuring each slice gets the perfect balance of cinnamon and sweetness.
Cream Cheese Frosting Hack 🧁
Let the pie cool completely before adding the cream cheese frosting to prevent it from melting and ensure a thick, luxurious topping that sets perfectly.
Yeast Activation Trick 🌱
Activate the instant dry yeast in warm (not hot) milk to ensure proper rising and prevent killing the yeast, which can result in a dense, flat pie.