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Inspired by Papa Murphy’s cinnamon pizza, this dessert pizza has all of the goodness of a cinnamon roll! Buttery brown sugar cinnamon spread on top of quick and easy pizza dough and drizzled with a cream cheese glaze will make you go back for seconds!

I love cinnamon desserts. And cinnamon breakfasts. Really, you can never go wrong with adding cinnamon to your list of ingredients! Check out some more of my favorite cinnamon treats like these Quick 45 Minute Cinnamon Rolls, this delicious Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread, or these amazing Baked Cinnamon Sugar Apple Chips! Trust me, you definitely want to try them all.

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What is a Cinnamon Roll Dessert Pizza?

We love pizza night at our house. And they have been getting more frequent these days because we are so busy! My boys always beg me to make homemade pizza instead of ordering out. But it doesn’t stop with the main course as pizza… they want it for dessert too! And I must say, once you try this out, you will want to make it over and over again!

This dessert pizza has all of the classic signs of a cinnamon roll. The delicious cinnamon taste and yummy cream cheese topping. This pizza dessert, however, takes your cinnamon roll to the next level. The cinnamon mixture has some delicious oats for a heartier texture! Oh, and did I mention that you can make this with simple pizza dough? If you don’t have the time to make cinnamon rolls, this is a great option, not to mention it’s unique and everyone loves it!

Ingredients in Cinnamon Dessert Pizza

It all starts with my quick and easy pizza dough. It only requires 20 minutes of rest time, so you can have your pizza in and out of the oven in no time at all! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements and ingredients.

  • Pizza Dough: You can buy pizza dough at the store or you can easily make it from scratch using this recipe!

Cinnamon Sugar Spread

  • Butter: I used unsalted butter in this recipe.
  • Brown Sugar: I love adding in brown sugar whenever I can
  • Old Fashioned Oats: This is where the pizza gets intersting and takes a turn away from your classic cinnamon rolls. You will love the added taste and texture!
  • Cinnamon: This classic spice will give this dessert pizza exaclty the flavor you want.

Cream Cheese Glaze

  • Butter: Use some more unslated butter in this delicious glaze.
  • Cream Cheese: The cream cheese will mix much better and has less lumps if you let it sit out at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes.
  • Powdered Sugar: This dissolves easily and brings a sweet taste to counteract the tangy cream cheese.
  • Vanilla Extract: I love adding in a splash of vanilla to any glaze!

How to Make a Dessert Pizza

This cinnamon roll dessert pizza is so simple and easy that it will definitely be a go-to dessert at your house! Not to mention that you can even buy pre-made pizza dough to make it that much easier!

  1. Prep: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 12 inch pizza sheet lightly with cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. Roll: Roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle and place it on top of the pizza pan. If you want the dough to be thinner then divide it in half and use the other half for pizza. Once it is in the pizza pan then let it rest for 10 minutes.

To Make the Spread

  1. Mix and Bake: In a small bowl combine butter, brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon. Spread thinly on top of the pizza crust. Sprinkle with additional brown sugar if desired. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are light brown.

To Make the Glaze

  1. Drizzle: Beat together butter and cream cheese. Add powdered sugar and vanilla until combined. If it is thick then put it in the microwave to soften it up. Drizzle on top of the pizza.
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Can I Use Refrigerated Pizza Dough?

Yes! If you don’t have time to make dough from scratch for this cinnamon dessert pizza then you can use a can of refrigerated pizza dough! This makes things so simple. All you have to do is roll it out and then add on the toppings and bake!

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How to Store Leftovers

This cinnamon roll dessert pizza makes delicious leftovers!! All you have to do is once your dessert pizza has cooled, cover it with some foil or place it in an airtight container. Put it in your fridge, and it will last 3-4 days. You can reheat it in the microwave, or you can eat it cold! Either is delicious!

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More Delicious and Unique Pizzas

If you love pizza but are ready to change up the game, I have some recipes for you! After you make this delicious cinnamon roll dessert pizza, you have to try all of these others! They are unique, yummy and then you can really have pizza for every occasion!

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Cinnamon Roll Dessert Pizza

By: Alyssa Rivers

Inspired by Papa Murphy's cinnamon pizza, this dessert pizza has all of the goodness of a cinnamon roll! Buttery brown sugar cinnamon spread on top of quick and easy pizza dough and drizzled with a cream cheese glaze will make you go back for seconds!

Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 Slices

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 Pizza Dough

Cinnamon Sugar Spread

  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
  • 3 Teaspoons cinnamon

Cream Cheese Glaze

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 12 inch pizza sheet lightly with cooking spray. Set aside.

  • Roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle and place it on top of the pizza pan. If you want the dough to be thinner, divide it in half and use the other half for pizza. Once it is in the pizza pan, let it rest for 10 minutes.

To Make the Spread

  • In a small bowl combine butter, brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon. Spread thinly on top of the pizza crust. Sprinkle with additional brown sugar if desired. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are light brown.

To Make the Glaze

  • Beat together butter and cream cheese. Add powdered sugar and vanilla until combined. If it is thick, put it in the microwave to soften it up. Drizzle on top of the pizza.

Notes

Originally Posted on February 20, 2015

Updated on October 17, 2022

Nutrition

Calories: 415kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 5gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 53mgSodium: 472mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 627IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

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About Alyssa Rivers

Alyssa Rivers is the author of 'The Tried and True Cookbook', a professional food photographer and experienced recipe-developer. Having a passion for cooking, her tried and true recipes have been featured on Good Morning America, Today Food, Buzzfeed and more.

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FAQs

What is the secret of pizza dough? ›

There are many tricks to achieving a tasty, homemade pizza dough that rises into a beautiful pizza crust, such as making sure your ingredients are at right temperature, using half bread flour for a stronger dough and half all-purpose flour for a nice rise, substituting honey for sugar to help caramelize the crust and ...

What dessert goes well with pizza? ›

If you're serving pizza, the Italian bakery is an excellent place to start thinking about dessert. Classic Italian desserts include tiramisu, cannoli, zeppoles, and gelato – perennial choices that provide the perfect ending to a delightful meal.

What are cinnamon rolls made of? ›

Ingredients in these Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Sugar – It makes the cinnamon roll dough lightly sweet. Sea salt – Essential for a flavorful dough. All-purpose flour – Spoon and level it to avoid packing too much into your measuring cup. Dark brown sugar and cinnamon – They create the delicious cinnamon sugar filling.

Are cinnamon rolls breakfast or dessert? ›

Are cinnamon rolls dessert or breakfast? The best answer here is both! Cinnamon rolls are lucky enough to be considered a breakfast food, and turning them into this cinnamon roll breakfast casserole definitely places it in the breakfast category—though we aren't opposed to having a scoop for dessert either!

What does adding milk to pizza dough do? ›

Adding milk to a homemade pizza dough recipe can change the texture and taste of the dough. Milk contains fat and protein, which can make the dough more flavorful and tender. The fat in milk can also help to create a softer and more pliable dough, which can make it easier to stretch and shape.

Should you oil pizza dough before baking? ›

Although oil in pizza dough is not required, it may be helpful. The oil improves the dough's stretchability while also keeping it hydrated. When you bake the dough, you can see how this process works, and the oil keeps the dough supple even after cooking.

What is the name of the Italian dessert pizza? ›

This is a popular Italian dessert called Pizza Fritta or Zeppole. Actually, throughout every Region in Italian, it may have a different name. Simply, it's a pizza dough fried and then coated in sugar.

What can I use instead of cinnamon in cinnamon rolls? ›

Alternatively, apple pie spice and pumpkin pie spice blends often contain cinnamon and can serve as a good substitute in a pinch.
  • Nutmeg (use 1/4 amount)
  • Allspice (use 1/4 amount)
  • Whole Cinnamon (use 1/4, and a microplane or coffee grinder to grind it)
  • Ginger.
  • Apple Pie Spice.
  • Pumpkin Pie Spice.
  • Cardamom.
  • Mace.

What are 3 other names for cinnamon rolls? ›

Cinnamon roll
A Swedish cinnamon bun or ”kanelbulle” with pearl sugar
Alternative namesCinnamon bun, cinnamon swirl, cinnamon Danish, cinnamon snail
Place of originSweden
Region or stateNorthern Europe
Main ingredientsFlour, cinnamon, sugar, and butter (or any other solid fat)
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What can I use instead of butter in cinnamon rolls? ›

This dairy-free cinnamon roll recipe is one of the first recipes on the blog because it's a staple in my kitchen. Just like with my oil pie crust recipe, these cinnamon rolls use oil instead of butter for a simple and dairy-free option.

What does cinnamon roll mean in slang? ›

(slang, neologism) A person perceived as good, gentle and kind. Often a fictional character who undergoes emotional suffering.

What country is known for cinnamon rolls? ›

The Swedes claim it originated there in the 1920s, though ask any Nordic country in Europe and they'll tell you the sweet roll was actually their invention. Regardless of its exact birthplace, the bun is a staple of Scandinavian baking and commonly enjoyed during FIKA, a get-together with friends.

What pairs well with cinnamon rolls? ›

Classic choices like coffee, tea, or a cold glass of milk are the perfect thing to balance the sweetness of cinnamon rolls.

What is the key to making perfect pizza dough? ›

Pizza Dough Tips
  1. Let the dough sit for at least 2 hours. The dough ball should have a temperature of 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit. ...
  2. Don't roll the dough with a rolling pin! This will pop all of the little air bubbles in the dough giving you a chewier, denser crust. ...
  3. Don't use too much flour.
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What is the key to great pizza dough? ›

The five key ingredients for making the best pizza dough are flour, yeast, salt, water, and olive oil. These ingredients work together to create a dough that is perfectly textured, flavorful, and easy to work with. When making pizza dough, it's important to use high-quality ingredients and not overwork the dough.

What is the most important ingredient in pizza dough? ›

Flour is the main ingredient in pizza dough, and the type you use can have a big effect on the end result. All-purpose flour will work fine, but if you want a chewier crumb and a better hole structure, you should consider buying yourself some high protein bread flour.

What not to do when making pizza dough? ›

Not Letting the Dough Rest

Proofing – which is the process of putting the dough aside and allowing it to rise – enables the yeast to leaven through fermentation, making the dough rise. Not allowing your dough to proof for long enough will result in a hard, dense and just plain gross pizza base.

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