Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDenver Biscuit CompanyHalf Roll Recipe

Half Roll Recipe

Time40m
Serves6

Our Biscuit Cinnamon Roll, half the size of our Giant Roll.

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Ingredients

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Dough

Filling

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until well combined.

  2. 2

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and egg until smooth.

  3. 3

    Make the Dough

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky.

Rolling and Filling

  1. 4

    Prepare the Surface

    Lightly flour a clean surface. Turn the dough out onto the floured surface.

  2. 5

    Roll the Dough

    Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.

  3. 6

    Add Filling

    Spread the softened butter evenly over the rolled dough. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon, then sprinkle it evenly over the buttered dough.

  4. 7

    Roll Up

    Starting from one long edge, carefully roll the dough up into a tight log. Pinch the seam to seal.

Baking

  1. 8

    Slice the Rolls

    Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled dough into 6 equal pieces for half-sized rolls.

  2. 9

    Prepare for Baking

    Place the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish, leaving some space between each roll.

  3. 10

    Bake

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Icing Preparation

  1. 11

    Make the Icing

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

  2. 12

    Drizzle Icing

    Once the rolls are baked and slightly cooled, drizzle the icing over the top of each roll.

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