Easy Butter Pecan Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
If you’re looking for a quick family treat that feels homemade without taking up hours in the kitchen, these pecan cinnamon rolls are the answer. Using just five simple ingredients, this recipe creates warm, gooey rolls that taste bakery-worthy but come together fast—perfect for busy moms balancing homeschooling and business deadlines.
Tip: If you’re planning your homeschool year and need recipes that don’t take all day, check out my post on 30-Minute Summer Dinner Ideas. They’re great in the fall, too!
How to Make Easy Butter Pecan Cinnamon Rolls
Based on a TikTok Cinnamon Rolls recipe I saw a few years ago, these rolls start with Pillsbury cinnamon rolls, a pantry staple that saves time and effort. Adding pecans, brown sugar, butter, and cream turns a store-bought shortcut into something that tastes like you spent all afternoon baking.
Ingredients
You only need five ingredients for this recipe:
- 2 cans Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 stick of butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup pecans, chopped
Directions
This recipe is simple enough for a weekday morning or a last-minute weekend treat. It’s also a great alternative to pumpkin spice for fall flavors when you want something a little different.
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Open the pop cans of cinnamon rolls and remove the rolls. Set the cream cheese icing aside.
- Place the cinnamon rolls in a greased casserole dish.
- Pour heavy whipping cream over the top of each roll.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar together, then stir in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the mixture over the cinnamon rolls.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through in the center.
- Remove from the oven and spread the cream cheese icing over the warm rolls.
Serve these rolls straight from the pan while still warm and gooey. They’re perfect for a cozy morning with coffee or tea.
If you like family-friendly recipes that don’t take a lot of effort, you might also enjoy my No-Cook Summer Lunches and Dinners post. This is a good one for finding recipes your older kids can make on their own.
Why This Recipe Works for Busy Moms
Many moms I know want to bake for their families, but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen. That’s why I love this recipe.
It takes less than 10 minutes of hands-on prep, and while the rolls bake, you can switch a load of laundry, check emails, or help your kids with a math lesson. With just five ingredients, you don’t need a big grocery run, and the pecans add a rich, nutty twist that makes these rolls feel special.
Recipes like this also tap into current trends, like the latest TikTok viral recipe you’ve seen friends sharing. They look fancy, but they’re fast. That’s exactly what we need as working homeschool moms.
Want to save even more time during the school year? Take a look at my Working Homeschool Moms Schedule for ways to balance meals, lessons, and business tasks.
How to Store These Cinnamon Rolls
If your family doesn’t finish the whole pan in one sitting, you’ll want to know how to store these cinnamon rolls. Just cover the dish tightly with foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to three days.
To reheat, warm them in the microwave for 15–20 seconds per roll. Or cover the whole pan with foil and heat in a 300°F oven until warmed through.
Looking for a more traditional cinnamon bun recipe? Make a batch of these sourdough cinnamon rolls. So good!
Pecan Cinnamon Rolls FAQs
Do you have questions about making these pecan cinnamon rolls? I’ve answered some of the most common ones below, but if you don’t see your question here, leave it in the comments and I’ll get back to you.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the rolls up to the baking step and refrigerate them overnight. Bake them fresh in the morning for the best flavor and texture.
Can I use a different nut instead of pecans?
Absolutely. Walnuts or almonds also work well. However, pecans add that buttery flavor that balances so nicely with the cream cheese icing.
Can I freeze leftover cinnamon rolls?
Yes. Wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to one month. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat before serving.
5 Ingredient Pecan Sticky Buns
With just five ingredients and minimal prep, these butter pecan cinnamon rolls bring are convenient and comforting. They’re a sweet treat that looks and tastes special without demanding much time.
That’s a win for busy moms juggling homeschooling, work, and family! Whether you’re trying pecans as a fun alternative to pumpkin spice this fall, or hopping on the latest TikTok viral recipe trend, you’ll find yourself making them again and again.
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Easy Butter Pecan Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Open pop cans of cinnamon rolls and remove rolls. Set icing aside.
- Place cinnamon rolls in a greased casserole dish.
- Pour heavy whipping cream over the top of each cinnamon roll.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar together. Add pecans.
- Pour brown sugar mixture over the top of the cinnamon rolls.
- Bake for 30- 35 minutes or until golden brown and done in the center.
- Remove from oven.
- Top each cinnamon roll with the cream cheese icing you set aside.
- Serve and Enjoy!
