Description
This Ooey-Gooey Rhubarb Cinnamon Roll Bake is the perfect fusion of tart rhubarb and sweet cinnamon rolls, all baked into one irresistibly gooey treat. With bursts of juicy rhubarb nestled between soft, golden dough and a rich cream cheese glaze drizzled on top, it’s a warm, comforting dish that works for both breakfast and dessert. Simple to prep and guaranteed to impress, this recipe turns store-bought cinnamon rolls into something truly special. Serve it warm and watch it disappear in minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated cinnamon roll dough
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, toss together chopped rhubarb and granulated sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes to release the juices.
- Open the cinnamon roll dough and cut each roll into quarters. Place the dough pieces into the greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle cinnamon over the dough, then evenly distribute the rhubarb mixture on top.
- In another bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
- For extra gooeyness, add an additional drizzle of icing after baking using the reserved cinnamon roll glaze.
- Swap in strawberries or apples for a twist on this recipe later in the season.
- This is best served fresh but can be gently reheated in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: rhubarb cinnamon roll bake, gooey cinnamon rolls, rhubarb dessert, easy rhubarb breakfast