Cinnamon Roll Dippers

Just when you thought breakfast couldn’t get any better, these Cinnamon Roll Dippers are about to blow your mind. Bite-sized goodness to start off my day? I’ll say yes to that every single time!

Don’t forget to make the homemade caramel sauce as well! Out with the syrup and in with this new dipping crazy. I can assure you it’s the perfect way to kickstart any day!

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Cinnamon Roll Dippers with Homemade Caramel Sauce

I’ll be the first to admit that I’m a bit obsessed with dipping food items. I don’t know what it is really…I love to dip things in ketchup, in ranch dressing, anything really…and my latest obsession is taking these homemade cinnamon roll bites and dipping them as well.

In my house, I always have to be on my game, too. I have two other guys who like just eat just as much as I do (if not more!) so when I make something as delicious as these cinnamon bites, I’ve learned to always grab myself a quick handful before I set the plate out for everyone to enjoy.

Call me crazy but I think it’s just smart! I want to enjoy bite after bite of these awesome Cinnamon Dippers as well!

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cinnamon roll dippers on white plate

What happens if my butter is softened enough to spread on my pastry dough?

Don’t let this happen! This is the worst. I’ve made this mistake a time or two and I vow never to let it happen again. In fact, it’s actually something that is constantly on my radar.

If your butter isn’t soft enough and you try to spread it on your pastry dough, you’re doing to tear a giant hole in the dough right away. It’s just that simple.

How do you know if your butter is soft enough to spread?

I have a simple test that lets me know if my butter is soft enough to spread. Basically, I take my thumb and press down into the middle of the butter. If it sinks and leaves a thumbprint, I know it’s softened enough to use.

But if I have to use any force at all, the butter still needs more time.

What else could you dip these cinnamon bites into?

If you don’t want to make the homemade caramel sauce, you don’t have to. You can easily whip these up and dip them in anything that you want.

Other great options are:

  • Syrup
  • Maple Syrup
  • Cinnamon and Sugar
  • Butter
  • Sprinkles
  • Hot Fudge
  • Whipped Cream

Honestly, whatever your tastebuds are craving, is totally fine. (and I’m getting hungry just thinking about all the options!)

(And just me to you – these cinnamon dippers are actually really great plain, too! If you’re not crazy about anything overly sweet for breakfast, just brew yourself a nice cup of coffee and enjoy them without a dipping sauce. They have enough sugar inside the pastry that it’s the perfect sweet touch without going overboard.

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Cinnamon roll dippers on skewer, placed over homemade caramel sauce

How to make these Easy Cinnamon Roll Dippers

All you need to do to get started is to gather up the simple ingredients shown below.

  • 2 cups flour
  • 2/3 cup butter, cold
  • 1⁄4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 5-6 tbsp cold water
  • 1⁄2 cup of sugar
  • 2 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 can of sweetened condensed milk

Additional items needed:

  • pastry cutter
  • rolling pin
  • cooking pot
  • wood skewers which are 100% optional
  • pastry brush
Ingredients for cinnamon roll dippers laid out

How to make Cinnamon Roll Dippers

First, you need to peel the label off of the can of sweetened condensed milk. Once you have that done you need to put into a pot and cover it with water. Then, you’re going to boil it for 2 1⁄2 – 3 hours. Make certain that you let it cool before opening. (This is your homemade caramel sauce.)

Sweetened Condensed mill in open can on counter

Next, you’re going to blend the flour and salt. Once done, cut in the butter until crumbly.

Dough for cinnamon roll dippers being made in glass mixing bowl

As soon as you’re finished with that, add enough water until pastry dough sticks together, but make certain it isn’t too wet.

Dough for cinnamon roll dippers being made in glass mixing bowl

Then, dump out the dough and roll it to approximately 1/4”.

Once done, spread with softened butter.

After that, you’re going to sprinkle with cinnamon/nutmeg mixture and sugar.

Once it’s covered and ready, take and roll the Cinnamon rolls and cut into 1” pieces.

Cinnamon roll dippers, pre-cooked, being cut into 1 inch pieces.

Place in the oven and bake at 400° for 15 minutes.

Remove once down. Don’t forget to serve with the homemade caramel caramel sauce.

Cinnamon roll dippers cooked fully on white plate

This breakfast recipe is really quite simple! The longest portion is making the homemade caramel sauce but with a little planning ahead, you’ll be chowing down in no time at all!

Cinnamon Roll Dippers with Homemade Caramel Sauce

Cinnamon Roll Dippers with Homemade Caramel Sauce

Yield: 60 1" rolls
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Additional Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes

You're going to love the taste and flavor of these Cinnamon Roll Dippers!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 2/3 cup butter, cold
  • 1⁄4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 5-6 tbsp cold water
  • 1⁄2 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
  • pastry cutter
  • rolling pin
  • pot
  • wood skewers *optional
  • pastry brush

Instructions

First, you need to peel the label off of the can of sweetened condensed milk. Once you have that done you need to put into a pot and cover it with water. Then, you're going to boil it for 2 1⁄2 – 3 hours. Make certain that you let it cool before opening. (This is your homemade caramel sauce.)


Next, you're going to blend the flour and salt. Once done, cut in the butter until crumbly.


As soon as you're finished with that, add enough water until pastry dough sticks together, but make certain it isn't too wet.


Then, dump out the dough and roll it to approximately 1/4”.


Once done, spread with softened butter.


After that, you're going to sprinkle with cinnamon/nutmeg mixture and sugar.


Once it's covered and ready, take and roll the Cinnamon rolls and cut into 1” pieces.


Place in the oven and bake at 400° for 15 minutes.


Remove once down. Don't forget to serve with the homemade caramel caramel sauce.

Nutrition Information
Yield 15 Serving Size 4 1" rolls
Amount Per Serving Calories 237Total Fat 14gSaturated Fat 9gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 36mgSodium 288mgCarbohydrates 26gFiber 1gSugar 10gProtein 3g

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Farah Zeb is a mother of five, including two children with special needs. She shares practical parenting tips and resources to help other families navigate daily challenges and create supportive, nurturing environments.

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Farah Zeb

Farah Zeb is a mother of five, including two children with special needs. She shares practical parenting tips and resources to help other families navigate daily challenges and create supportive, nurturing environments.

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