Air fryer cinnamon roll bites are a quick and easy snack ready in just ten minutes. Using refrigerated cinnamon rolls that have been air-fried and tossed in sweet cinnamon sugar, these little warm bites are sure to please.
Air fryer cinnamon bites are a delicious treat made with simple ingredients that take just ten minutes to make. These sweet treats can be eaten as-is or dipped in a sweet cream cheese frosting to make them extra fun.
And if you want something more than bites, Homemade Air Fryer Cinnamon rolls are a great choice if you’d prefer whole cinnamon rolls
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What you’ll love about this recipe:
I love cinnamon rolls, but I don’t have the time to make traditional cinnamon rolls daily. Instead, these donut hole-like bites are a perfect treat when you crave cinnamon rolls but don’t have the time.
Cinnamon roll air fryer bites are a super easy treat that can be ready in about ten minutes.
You only need a can of cinnamon rolls, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Then, you can either use the cream cheese frosting that comes with the can or make your own to dip or drizzle over these little bites.
Because they come together so quickly, they are perfect for when you need a quick treat to satisfy the sweet tooth with an afternoon coffee or after-school snack time.
This easy recipe has become a family favorite when craving warm cinnamon rolls.
These little morsels are also great for a quick weekend breakfast or a Christmas morning spread.
Ingredients & Substitutions
For a full list of ingredients and measurements, see the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Refrigerated cinnamon rolls – You will want 1 8-count tube of refrigerated cinnamon rolls. Pillsbury cinnamon rolls are our favorite, but you can use any brand of canned cinnamon roll you like. You can use the grand-size rolls instead, but you will want to cut them into more pieces.
Cinnamon Sugar Mixture – After the rolls are baked, you will toss them in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon. We make our own, but you can use a store-bought mixture.
Cream cheese frosting – We make homemade frosting using cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and cream, but you can use the frosting that comes with the can if you like. These cinnamon roll bites are also great dipped in butterscotch sauce, strawberry jam, or chocolate sauce.
How to Make Air Fryer Cinnamon Bites
Preheat the air fryer to 330°F for three minutes.
While the air fryer is preheating, cut each roll into 4 equal pieces.
Place a piece of parchment paper at the bottom of the air fryer basket, then add the cinnamon roll pieces, leaving room for them to rise. In my Cosori air fryer, I cook half a batch at a time.
Do not preheat the air fryer with the parchment paper as it will blow into the element and may catch fire.
Cook the rolls for three minutes at 330°F, then use tongs or a fork to flip the cinnamon rolls and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
If your air fryer does not have a setting for 330°F lower temperature to 325°F, the cooking time should not change.
Once the rolls are done, place them in a bowl, sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture, and toss to coat.
Serving Suggestions
These tasty cinnamon roll bites can be served as finger food with cream cheese frosting dip, caramel or butterscotch sauce, or other dips such as strawberry jam.
They are also delicious served warm with ice cream and fresh berries.
On busy mornings, make a batch for a quick breakfast to serve with Greek yogurt and fresh fruit or alongside a side of air fryer bacon and eggs.
Storing Leftover Cinnamon Rolls
Leftover cinnamon rolls can be stored in an airtight container or ziplock bag at room temperature for 2-3 days.
Top Tips & Tricks
- If your air fryer does not have a setting for 330°F, adjust your air fryer temperature to 325°F instead. The cook time should remain the same.
- Never preheat an air fryer with parchment paper in the basket. It may blow into the element and catch fire. Instead, add the parchment paper after the preheat cycle is complete.
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Printable Recipe
Air Fried Cinnamon Roll Bites
Equipment
- Air Fryer Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 1 tube refrigerated cinnamon rolls 8 count
- 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 tablespoon cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon cream
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 330°F for 3 minutes.
- While the air fryer is preheating, cut each roll into 4 equal pieces.
- After preheating, line the air fryer basket with parchment paper, then add the cinnamon roll pieces, leaving space for them to rise. You may need to work in batches.
- Set the air fryer to 330°F and cook for 3 minutes, then use tongs or a fork to flip the cinnamon roll bites and cook 2-3 minutes longer until golden brown.
- While the cinnamon rolls are baking, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- When the cinnamon rolls are baked, dump them into a mixing bowl, add the cinnamon sugar, and toss to coat.
- Serve with cream cheese frosting for dipping.
Cream Cheese Frosting
- Cream the cream cheese and butter in a small mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
- Thin with cream as desired to get a dipping consistency.
Notes
- If your air fryer does not have a setting for 330°F lower temperature to 325°F, the cooking time should not change.
- Do not preheat the air fryer with the parchment paper as it will blow into the element and may catch fire.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.