Description
Delightful birthday cake cinnamon rolls blend festive sweetness with classic breakfast comfort. Creamy frosting and sprinkle-studded dough create a playful dessert that celebrates special mornings with joy and indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Betty Crocker™ SuperMoist™ rainbow bit cake mix
- 2 ½ to 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup light or dark brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 package (2 ¼ tsp) regular active dry yeast
- 1 ¼ cups warm water (105°F to 115°F)
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 1 container Betty Crocker™ Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting
- 2 tbsps rainbow candy sprinkles
- Additional candy sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
- Yeast Activation: Combine yeast with warm water, letting it bloom until foamy and aromatic, about 5 minutes.
- Dry Mixture Preparation: Blend cake mix and flour in a large mixing bowl, creating a uniform dry foundation.
- Dough Formation: Incorporate yeast mixture into flour blend, stirring until a cohesive dough emerges. Gradually introduce remaining flour, kneading until a smooth, elastic texture develops.
- First Rise: Encase dough in plastic wrap and place in a warm, undisturbed location. Allow to expand and double in volume, roughly 1 hour.
- Dough Shaping: Gently deflate risen dough, then roll out on a flour-dusted surface into a thin rectangular sheet.
- Filling Application: Lavishly brush dough with melted butter, then evenly distribute cinnamon, brown sugar, and rainbow sprinkles across the surface.
- Rolling and Cutting: Tightly roll the dough from the long edge, forming a compact log. Slice into 12 even portions using a sharp knife.
- Second Rise and Baking: Arrange rolls in prepared pan(s) with minimal spacing. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes while preheating oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake until achieving a golden-brown exterior: 20-22 minutes in a 13×9-inch pan or 12-15 minutes in 9-inch round pans.
- Finishing Touches: Cool briefly for 5 minutes, then generously spread whipped cream cheese frosting. Garnish with additional candy sprinkles for a celebratory appearance.
- Serving: Enjoy warm or at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Yeast Activation Tip: Ensure water temperature is between 105-110°F to properly activate yeast without killing it.
- Flour Management Strategy: Add flour gradually to achieve the perfect dough consistency, avoiding dry or overly sticky texture.
- Rising Environment Hack: Use a warm, draft-free spot like a turned-off oven with the light on to create ideal proofing conditions.
- Sprinkle Distribution Technique: Spread rainbow sprinkles evenly before rolling to guarantee colorful surprise in every bite.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-22 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg