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Cinnamon Rolls

Irresistible Cinnamon Rolls: Soft, Sweet, and Easy to Make

These cinnamon rolls are soft, sweet, and incredibly easy to make, perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Reduce for less sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use unsalted butter for controlled saltiness
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Any milk or non-dairy alternative
  • 1 packet Yeast (Instant or Active Dry) Freshness is key
  • 2 large Eggs ½ cup yogurt can be used as a substitute
  • 0.25 cups Unsalted Butter Must be melted
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 0.25 cups Unsalted Butter Must be softened
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust sweetness as desired
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream Can be replaced with milk

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Baking dish
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of warm milk with yeast; let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Create a well and add in the melted unsalted butter and eggs, followed by the yeast mixture.
  3. Gently stir together with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead by hand for about 15 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Shape the kneaded dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm area until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
  5. Prepare the filling by mixing 1 cup of brown sugar and 2 tablespoons of cinnamon in a bowl. Soften ¼ cup unsalted butter and combine with the sugar and cinnamon mixture.
  6. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a 16x12 inches rectangle. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough, ensuring coverage to the edges. Roll tightly into a log and slice into 12 pieces.
  7. Place the sliced rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, cover, and let them rise for an additional hour.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Drizzle ½ cup of heavy cream over the rolls and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. While the rolls are baking, make the frosting by beating 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream until creamy.
  10. Once cooled for about 10 minutes, generously spread the cream cheese frosting on top of the rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cinnamon rolls are best served warm. Experiment with nuts or dried fruits in the filling for variations.

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