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Cinnamon Rolls

Delicious, soft, and fluffy cinnamon rolls topped with creamy frosting, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 rolls
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk, heated to 110 degrees F
  • 2 + 1/4 tsp active dry yeast Ensure yeast is active
  • 1 large room temperature egg
  • 2 Tbsp melted butter, divided 1 Tbsp used for dough, 1 Tbsp for brushing
  • 4 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus 2-4 Tbsp. Add more flour if dough is sticky

Cinnamon Filling

  • 6 Tbsp softened butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon

Frosting Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp softened butter
  • 4 oz softened cream cheese
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Add to taste

Instructions
 

Preparing the Dough

  • In a large bowl, mix together warm milk, active dry yeast, egg, 1 Tbsp melted butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Whisk everything quickly.
  • Add 3 cups all-purpose flour and mix with a wooden spatula. If the dough is sticky, add 1 Tbsp flour at a time until smooth.
  • Knead the dough with your hands for about 3 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.

Making the Cinnamon Filling

  • While the dough is rising, mix together softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon in a bowl.

Forming the Rolls

  • Once the dough has risen, lightly dust your work surface with flour and turn the dough out onto it.
  • Roll the dough into a 17 x 10 rectangle. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough, then roll it up lengthwise.
  • Use dental floss to cut the rolled dough into 8 equal rolls.
  • Place the rolls into a 9 x 13 pan. Cover with plastic wrap and let them rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.

Baking the Rolls

  • After they have risen, brush the rolls with the remaining 1 Tbsp melted butter. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes.
  • Let the rolls cool for about 15 minutes once they are done.

Preparing the Frosting

  • In a medium-sized bowl, beat together softened butter, softened cream cheese, and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually mix in powdered sugar until everything is combined.

Serving

  • Spread the frosting over the slightly warm cinnamon rolls and enjoy!

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh with coffee or tea. Can be garnished with extra cinnamon or nuts. Proper storage is important to maintain freshness.
Keyword Baking, Cinnamon Rolls, DESSERT, Homemade, Sweet Rolls