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Butterscotch Pudding Caramel Rolls

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These butterscotch pudding caramel rolls are soft, gooey, and drenched in a rich caramel sauce made from instant pudding, brown sugar, and butter. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, they’re a sweet treat everyone will love.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes (+ rise time)
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes (+ rise time)
  • Yield: 12–16 rolls
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 package frozen dinner rolls (about 1216 rolls)
  • 1 package (3.5 oz) instant butterscotch pudding mix (not cooked)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Arrange frozen dinner rolls in the dish, spaced slightly apart.
  3. Sprinkle dry butterscotch pudding mix evenly over the rolls.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until smooth.
  5. Pour the mixture over the rolls, coating them well.
  6. If using nuts, sprinkle them on top.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise overnight in the refrigerator or 4–6 hours at room temperature until doubled in size.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  9. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.
  10. Let cool slightly and serve warm.

Notes

  • Swap butterscotch pudding with vanilla pudding for a milder flavor.
  • Add a cream cheese glaze for extra richness.
  • Include dried cranberries or raisins for a festive twist.
  • Use homemade dough instead of frozen rolls for a scratch version.
  • Reheat leftovers gently to restore softness.

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