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No-Bake Cinnamon Roll Cookie Dough Bites – Easy Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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These no-bake cinnamon roll cookie dough bites pack all the cozy, spiced flavor of a classic cinnamon roll into a soft, chewy, egg-free treat, topped with tangy cream cheese frosting. Quick to make and endlessly customizable, they’re perfect for parties, snacks, or satisfying your sweet tooth without turning on the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (heat-treated)
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (any kind)
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Heat-treat the flour by microwaving it in a microwave-safe bowl for 1 minute, stirring halfway, or baking at 350°F for 5 minutes. Let cool completely.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, cream cheese, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon until combined.
  4. Gradually add the cooled, heat-treated flour and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
  5. Add 2 tablespoons of milk and mix; add more, one teaspoon at a time, until the dough is soft but not sticky and can be rolled into balls.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll into balls. Place on a lined baking sheet or plate. Makes about 18-20 bites.
  7. Optional: Chill the bites in the fridge for 10-15 minutes for a firmer texture.
  8. For the frosting, in a clean bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt until smooth and spreadable. If too thick, add 1/2 tsp milk.
  9. Dollop or pipe a swirl of frosting onto each bite. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on top.
  10. Serve immediately or chill for a firmer texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

Heat-treat flour for safety. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 GF flour blend. For dairy-free/vegan, use vegan butter and cream cheese, and non-dairy milk. Add-ins like chopped nuts or mini chocolate chips are optional. Chill bites and frosting for cleaner piping. Store in fridge up to 5 days or freeze (unfrosted) up to 2 months.

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