Dessert

Funfetti Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

ByOlivia Monroe October 24, 2025October 24, 2025

Introduction

Funfetti Cinnamon Rolls bring a joyful twist to a classic breakfast favorite. Soft, fluffy rolls are speckled with colorful sprinkles and wrapped around a warm cinnamon-sugar filling, then topped with a creamy frosting and more sprinkles for a festive finish.

Twelve cinnamon rolls sit closely together in a metal baking tray on a white marbled surface. Each roll has two visible layers: a golden-brown dough base rolled with a darker cinnamon swirl inside, covered by a thick, creamy white icing spread unevenly on top. The icing is decorated with colorful round confetti sprinkles in bright pink, yellow, green, blue, purple, and orange, scattered generously on each roll. The rolls have a soft, fluffy texture with the icing slightly melting into the swirls. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

½ cup warm water (about 110°F)
½ cup whole milk (room temperature)
2 ¼ teaspoons dry active yeast
¼ cup + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon kosher salt
4 cups all-purpose flour
5 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
½ cup confetti sprinkles
⅓ cup unsalted butter (softened)
⅓ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup dark brown sugar (packed)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Pinch kosher salt
4 ounces cream cheese
¼ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
Pinch kosher salt
Additional confetti sprinkles for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Sprinkle yeast over the warm water and milk. Add 1 tablespoon of sugar and stir to combine. Let sit for 5-7 minutes until the mixture bubbles and becomes active.
Step 2: In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together the yeast mixture, remaining sugar, egg, and egg yolk. In a separate bowl, whisk salt into the flour. Add 2 cups of flour to the mixing bowl and use the dough hook to combine.
Step 3: Add another 1 cup of flour and continue kneading on low speed. Add softened butter 1 tablespoon at a time. Stir in the remaining cup of flour and knead until dough is smooth and clears the sides of the bowl.
Step 4: Fold in the confetti sprinkles and mix until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 5: Transfer dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest at room temperature for about 1 hour until doubled in volume.
Step 6: Punch down the risen dough and transfer to a lightly floured surface. Roll out into a 20 x 14-inch rectangle. Spread ⅓ cup softened butter evenly over the dough.
Step 7: In a bowl, mix together granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt. Sprinkle this cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough and gently press it in.
Step 8: Starting at the longer side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Slice into 12 equal rolls and place them in a greased 9 x 12-inch baking pan. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 30-45 minutes at room temperature.
Step 9: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove plastic wrap and bake the rolls for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and an internal temperature of 185°F is reached. Let cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Step 10: To make the cream cheese frosting, beat together cream cheese and ¼ cup unsalted butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and a pinch of salt, then beat until thick and smooth.
Step 11: Spread frosting over warm rolls and garnish with additional confetti sprinkles as desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Use room temperature ingredients for best dough rise and texture.
Substitute rainbow sprinkles with gluten-free or sugar-free sprinkles if needed.
Try adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dough for extra flavor.
For a fun variation, mix mini chocolate chips into the cinnamon sugar filling.

Storage

Store leftover cinnamon rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or until warm. These rolls also freeze well; thaw overnight in the fridge and warm before serving.

How to Serve

A metal baking tray holds twelve square cinnamon rolls arranged in a 3 by 4 grid on a white marbled surface. Each cinnamon roll has two visible layers: a light brown baked dough base with a soft swirl texture, topped with a thick, creamy white frosting that looks smooth and slightly glossy. The frosting is sprinkled evenly with round, colorful confetti sprinkles in pastel shades of pink, yellow, blue, green, and purple. The edges of the cinnamon rolls are golden brown, and the frosting covers the top almost entirely with some spots showing the spiral pattern of the dough beneath. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and let it rise overnight in the refrigerator. Bring it to room temperature before rolling it out and adding filling.

What if I don’t have a stand mixer?

You can knead the dough by hand on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. It may take a bit more effort but works just as well.