Best Cinnamon Rolls in Indianapolis — The Bread Barn™ Farmhouse Cinnamon Rolls in Franklin Township
- The Healey Farm
- Jun 7
- 5 min read
If you've been searching for the best cinnamon rolls in Indianapolis, your search ends here — one mile north of Greenwood in Franklin Township.

There are cinnamon rolls. And then there are Sheila Healey's Farmhouse Cinnamon Rolls at The Bread Barn™.
The difference isn't just taste. It's technique, intention, and a braiding method so distinctive that once you've had one, you'll understand immediately why these are the most pre-ordered item at The Bread Barn™ every single market weekend — and why they sell out faster than anything else we bake.
What Makes The Bread Barn™ Cinnamon Rolls Different
The Braiding Technique — This Is Everything
Most cinnamon rolls are made the same way: roll the dough flat, spread the filling, roll it up, slice it, bake it. It works. But here's the problem — the filling stays mostly in the center layers. The outer edges of the roll get dough without much filling. Some bites are rich. Others are dry.
Sheila does something different.

Her Farmhouse Cinnamon Rolls use a signature braiding technique that takes significantly longer than a standard roll — but the result is incomparable. The braiding process works the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon filling through every single layer, every nook, every cranny of the dough. There is no dry bite. There is no unfilled edge. Every pull, every piece, every mouthful is rich with warm cinnamon sugar and buttery goodness from the very first bite to the very last.
It takes more time. It takes more skill. And you can taste the difference immediately.
Handcrafted in Small Batches — Every Single Time
These are not mass produced. They are not made in a commercial kitchen with industrial equipment. Sheila makes every batch by hand in our Franklin Township farmhouse kitchen — mixing, braiding, proofing, and baking with the kind of attention to detail that simply cannot be replicated at scale.

Each market weekend batch is limited. When they're gone, they're gone until the next market weekend.
A Farmhouse Yeast Dough — Rich, Soft, and Buttery
The Bread Barn™ Farmhouse Cinnamon Rolls are made with Sheila's proprietary farmhouse yeast dough — a rich, soft, buttery base that proofs slowly for maximum flavor and texture. This is not the same dough you'll find at a grocery store bakery or a chain restaurant. It's a farmhouse recipe developed with one goal: the best possible cinnamon roll, made the right way, every time.
The Filling — Butter, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon. Everywhere.
Real butter. Real brown sugar. Real cinnamon. No shortcuts, no artificial flavors, no shelf-stable fillings. The braiding technique ensures that this filling reaches every layer of every roll — so what you get is a cinnamon roll where every single bite delivers the full experience.
Warm one in a low oven for 10 minutes. Add the included icing. Pull it apart. And taste the difference for yourself.

What Indianapolis Is Saying About Our Cinnamon Rolls
The reviews speak for themselves:
"The cinnamon rolls have outstanding flavor. It was a pleasure visiting the Healey Farm with the gracious and friendly environment. Looking forward to my next visit." — Alma L., Google Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"The homemade cookies beat Crumbl by a mile. So, so good." — Alicea C., Google Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"The barn is so cozy. Before I could get out of my car, the owner asked if he could get my order for me, and I love the pre-order cookie too." — Jamie B., Google Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"The dinner rolls and triple chip cookies were so good. The dinner rolls were so good, the triple chip cookies were also good, and everything was beautifully packaged. They sold out by noon." — Christina B., Yelp Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
As Seen In Mirror Indy
The Bread Barn™ at The Healey Farm was featured in Mirror Indy as "a destination for bread lovers across Central Indiana." Our Farmhouse Cinnamon Rolls were specifically highlighted as a must-try — drawing customers from across Indianapolis, Greenwood, Beech Grove, Southport, and Franklin Township every market weekend.
How to Get Sheila's Farmhouse Cinnamon Rolls
Here's the honest truth — these sell out fast. Every market weekend. Without exception.

Pre-Order Online — Visit thehealeyfarm.com and place your order before Wednesday at 8PM. Your cinnamon rolls will be freshly baked, packaged with icing, and labeled with your name for easy grab-and-go pickup at The Bread Barn™.
Walk-Up — Any remaining cinnamon rolls are available at the self-serve stand on a first come, first served basis. But we strongly recommend pre-ordering. These go first — every single time and often within the first hour of opening they're sold out.
Where to Find the Best Cinnamon Rolls in Indianapolis
The Bread Barn™ at The Healey Farm is located at 6920 Combs Rd, Indianapolis IN 46237 — in the heart of Franklin Township, just one mile north of the Greenwood city line and about 10 minutes from Greenwood Park Mall.
We're open on the first and third weekends of each month — Saturday and Sunday, 8AM to 5PM.
Upcoming Market Weekends:
June 20 & 21
July 5 & 6
July 19 & 20
August 2 & 3
August 16 & 17
Payment accepted: Cash · Cash App · Venmo · Zelle · Apple Pay · Personal Check Need to pay by credit card? Come during staffed hours — Saturday 8AM to Noon.
Coming Soon — Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
Love our classic Farmhouse Cinnamon Rolls? Sheila is currently developing a sourdough version — bringing the tangy depth of her wild-fermented sourdough starter to our signature braided cinnamon roll. When it drops, it will be available for pre-order first.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and sign up at thehealeyfarm.com to get first access.
Ready to Try the Best Cinnamon Rolls in Indianapolis?
Pre-ordering is the only way to guarantee yours. The window for our next market weekend is open right now.

Handcrafted. Small-batch. Braided by hand. Baked fresh. Every bite loaded with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Don't wait — these sell out every weekend.
📍 6920 Combs Rd, Indianapolis IN 46237 · Franklin Township · One mile north of Greenwood 🗓️ Open 1st & 3rd weekends · Sat–Sun 8AM–5PM 📞 317-223-7143






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