Cinnamon buns are such a comforting treat, aren't they? The swirls of warming cinnamon contrast perfectly with the creamy frosting, but they can be lengthy to make from scratch. This is where the slow cooker comes in because there isn't any need for hours of proving time or kneading. The gentle cooking of a slow cooker is ideal for allowing the cinnamon bun dough to rise and bake without the need to stand and wait. Most of the time slow cookers are used for savoury main meals, so why not change things up and bake a batch of cinnamon buns instead? There's nothing more welcoming than filling your house with the sweet scent of cinnamon on a cold winters day.