Taylor Swift’s Cinnamon Rolls Are the Sweetest (And Fastest) Pregame Snack

When she’s not dominating music charts or penning poetic lyrics, Taylor Swift is apparently busy perfecting her baking game—and her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, is a lucky beneficiary. While the Kansas City Chiefs tight end might have his sights set on game day victories, Swift has become his MVP in the kitchen, whipping up homemade cinnamon rolls as his go-to pregame treat. But you don’t have to be Taylor—or dating an NFL star—to bring these sweet treats to your own game day festivities. With a simple shortcut recipe, you can channel your inner Swiftie and serve up cinnamon rolls that are guaranteed to impress your crowd (or just yourself, no judgment).

Game day (Taylor’s version)

It’s no secret Taylor Swift loves to bake. Real fans (over two million of them) will remember her 2020 Instagram post where she proudly proclaims, “When you’re proud of your buns…so you post them on the internet.”

If you ask us, her baking skills are just as noteworthy as her music career. And don’t forget the NFL insiders dishing about her homemade treats. Former NFL player Bernie Kosar spilled the tea during a radio interview, sharing that Swift brought her famous cinnamon rolls to Travis Kelce’s house before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers. “That was at his house like three hours before the game,” Kosar revealed. “We’re having a pregame meal, and Taylor is so nice—she comes in by herself, and she’s so cool. She made her homemade cinnamon rolls for Travis.”

Swift is also known for her other sweet creations. Kansas City head coach Andy Reid even shared a behind-the-scenes tidbit, saying she once made homemade pop-tarts for the team’s offensive linemen. (Sorry, Coach—looks like they didn’t share.)

What you’ll need

While Taylor hasn’t revealed her official cinnamon roll recipe (tragic, we know), we’ve got you covered with an easy alternative that’ll have you feeling like a Grammy-winning baker in no time. This simple (and TikTok-approved) cinnamon roll recipe relies on store-bought dough for minimal effort and maximum payoff—because sometimes, even pop stars need shortcuts. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (like Pillsbury Grands)
• Heavy whipping cream
• Unsalted butter
• Brown sugar
• Ground cinnamon

According to this viral hack, you can elevate a Pillsbury’s can to another level in under an hour. How? By baking everything in a casserole dish with heavy whipping cream and a luscious brown sugar and cinnamon-spiced butter sauce. The rolls soak everything up while baking, and the end result has fans pushing the save button.

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Taylor-worthy tips for gooey, fluffy cinnamon rolls

Want to make your Taylor Swift-inspired cinnamon rolls extra special? Take a few cues that Swift herself would approve of:

• Add a personal touch: Mix a splash of vanilla extract or sprinkle extra cinnamon into the premade dough for a boost of flavor.
• Get creative with frosting: Taylor’s known for being unique, so why not dress up your rolls with more than just a cream cheese frosting.? Try a caramel drizzle or even sprinkles to match your team’s colors!
• Don’t over bake: Keep an eye on your rolls in the oven—slightly underbaking them ensures gooey, pillowy perfection.

How to make Taylor Swift inspired cinnamon rolls

While they might not come straight from Taylor’s oven, the sweet, gooey goodness is enough to make you believe in love story magic. Follow this Taylor Swift-inspired cinnamon rolls recipe by House of Nash Eats.

Ingredients:

• 2 (17.5-oz.) cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls (Grands or similar)
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• 6 Tbs. salted butter, melted
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• 2 tsp. ground cinnamon

Icing

• Icing from cinnamon rolls (from above)
• 2 oz. cream cheese, softened
• 2 Tbs. salted butter, softened
• ½ tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar

Directions:

• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 10 servings

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with baking spray.
2. Open the cinnamon roll dough and arrange in the prepared pan, spacing them apart so they have room to rise. Set aside the icing.
3. Pour the heavy cream over and around the cinnamon rolls until it covers the bottom of the pan.
4. Combine the melted butter, brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Stir until combined, then spoon or pour over the cinnamon rolls. After, cover the pan with aluminum foil.
5. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until lightly browned on top and cooked through. You may want to remove the foil during the last five to 10 minutes if they aren’t brown enough.
6. For the icing, beat the softened cream cheese and butter with a hand mixer until creamy and smooth. Then, add the vanilla extract and the icing from the cinnamon rolls, mixing well. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl, then mix in the powdered sugar until combined.
7. Let the cinnamon rolls cool for a few minutes before topping them with the prepared icing. Serve warm and fresh (though they will keep for two to three days at room temperature).