Pennsylvania Amish Grilled Cinnamon Rolls

Introduction

Get ready to elevate your breakfast or dessert game with these delicious Pennsylvania Amish-Style Cinnamon Rolls grilled to golden perfection on the Arteflame Grill. These rolls are soft, sweet, and dripping in creamy icing — and when grilled on the flat steel cooktop, they get that irresistible crispy edge with a gooey center. No oven needed, no pots or pans — just real wood-fired flavor and the reliable performance of your Arteflame grill.

Ingredients

• 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
• ½ cup warm milk (about 110°F)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened, for filling)
• ⅓ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp milk (for icing)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins and place them in the center of the Arteflame grill.
2. Stack dry firewood over the oil-soaked napkins.
3. Light the napkins and allow the fire to get hot. In about 20 minutes, your grill will be ready for cooking.

Step 2: Prepare the dough

1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add melted butter, egg, flour, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rise in a warm area for 1 hour until doubled in size.

Step 3: Assemble the rolls

1. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle (about ¼ inch thick).
2. Spread softened butter evenly over the dough.
3. Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon evenly over buttered dough.
4. Roll the dough into a log and cut into 1-inch thick rolls.

Step 4: Grill the cinnamon rolls

1. Lightly butter the Arteflame flat top in the medium heat zone (avoid the outer edge for even cooking).
2. Place the cinnamon rolls cut side down directly on the griddle. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side, flipping once.
3. Check frequently to make sure they’re golden on both sides and cooked through.

Step 5: Drizzle with icing

1. While rolls grill, mix powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk to make icing.
2. Once done, remove rolls from grill and drizzle warm icing over the top.

Tips

• Use butter on the flat top instead of oil for better flavor.
• Keep rolls close to the center cooktop to ensure even heat and golden edges.
• Prep the rolls ahead and refrigerate overnight, then grill fresh in the morning.
• Add a pinch of cardamom for a unique twist in the filling.
• Don’t overcrowd the grill — allow space between rolls for even browning.

Variations

1. Pecan Caramel Cinnamon Rolls: Add chopped pecans and drizzle with homemade caramel after grilling.
2. Apple Pie Style Rolls: Add finely chopped apples and a hint of nutmeg inside the roll before grilling.
3. Maple Bacon Rolls: Add small crumbles of cooked bacon and finish with a maple glaze.
4. Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Rolls: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips along with the cinnamon sugar before rolling and grilling.
5. Orange Glazed Rolls: Add orange zest to the filling and replace the milk in the icing with orange juice.

Conclusion

There’s nothing quite like the rich, slightly crisp edges and gooey centers of these Amish-Style Cinnamon Rolls — especially when made entirely on the Arteflame grill. With no oven, no pans, and just natural fire and steel, you’ve brought authentic Pennsylvania Dutch flavor to your backyard. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these grilled rolls are as easy as they are irresistible.

Best pairings

• Hot coffee or sweet cream cold brew
• Fresh orange juice or mimosa
• Crispy grilled bacon on the flat top
• Fruit salad or grilled peaches
• Vanilla bean ice cream (for dessert rolls)