Easy Cinnamon Roll Loaf

Recipe Ingredients

This recipe keeps it incredibly simple, focusing on just one main ingredient. Here’s what you’ll need to make your Easy Cinnamon Roll Loaf at home:

Pillsbury™ Cinnamon Rolls with Icing (2-Pack): Look for the value 2-pack in the refrigerated section. Both cans of dough fit perfectly side by side in a standard loaf pan, baking into a beautiful golden loaf. If a 2-pack isn't available, simply use two individual cans of Pillsbury™ Cinnamon Rolls with Original Icing (8 count each). Do not use Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Cinnamon Rolls, as their larger size means they will not fit properly side by side in a standard loaf pan and will not bake correctly for this recipe.

Optional Add-Ons: Elevate your loaf after it's baked and iced. Consider sprinkling with chopped toasted nuts like pecans or walnuts, or a handful of chocolate chips.

How to Make an Easy Cinnamon Roll Loaf

Here’s a quick overview of how to turn two cans of cinnamon rolls into a delicious loaf of cinnamon bread.

1. Prepare the Pan

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a standard loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal and clean-up.

2. Add the Dough

Open the cinnamon rolls, and without separating the dough into individual rolls, place both logs of dough directly into the prepared loaf pan, side by side. There's no need to separate or shape the dough; they will bake together beautifully to form your loaf. Reserve the icing.

3. Cover the Pan

To ensure the loaf bakes perfectly in the center without the top browning too quickly, cover the pan loosely with aluminum foil. In our testing, we found it's best to cover the loaf for the first 30 minutes of baking. This allows the dough to cook evenly before developing that golden crust.

4. Bake the Loaf

Bake the covered loaf for 30 minutes. Then carefully remove the foil and continue baking uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. The center should register 200°F on an instant-read thermometer.

5. Cool, Ice, and Serve

Cool in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes. Use the parchment overhang to lift the warm loaf out onto a serving plate or cutting board and drizzle with the reserved icing. Slice and serve warm.

How to Store (and Reheat) Easy Cinnamon Roll Loaf

Here’s how to store and reheat leftovers if you have them.

Countertop Storage

Store in an airtight container on the counter for up to 2 days.

Refrigerator

Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer

We do not recommend storing leftovers in the freezer; the bread can become dense and soggy.

Reheating

To reheat, warm a slice of bread in the microwave on medium-high (70%) in 10-second increments until warm. The icing can become hot quite quickly, so take care not to overheat.