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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Irresistibly Soft Homemade Cinnamon Rolls You’ll Love

Enjoy irresistibly soft homemade cinnamon rolls with gooey centers and heavenly cream cheese frosting—a delightful breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Fluff and level before measuring
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Enhances overall flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Rapid Rise Instant Yeast Ensures quick rising
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and gluten development
  • 1 cup Milk Warm to around 110°F
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Use melted for easy incorporation
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature for optimal mixing
For the Cinnamon Filling
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Provides sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon Adjust to liking
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Butter Softened for spreading
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature for easy mixing
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Adds creaminess
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sift for smoother texture
  • 1 tablespoon Milk Adjusts consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Aromatic touch
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Mixer with dough hook
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, rapid rise instant yeast, and salt.
  2. Warm your milk to about 110°F and add it along with melted unsalted butter and room temperature egg to the dry ingredients.
  3. Beat the mixture on medium speed for 2 minutes until well combined and smooth.
  4. Attach a dough hook to your mixer and gradually add the remaining flour, mixing until combined.
  5. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  6. Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat it.
  7. Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, approximately 1 hour.
  8. While the dough is rising, mix together your light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  9. Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air, then turn it out onto a floured surface.
  10. Roll the dough into a rectangle approximately 16x12 inches.
  11. Spread softened butter generously over the surface and sprinkle the cinnamon filling mixture on top.
  12. Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log shape.
  13. Slice the log into 12 even pieces and place them in a greased baking pan, cut side up.
  14. Cover the pan lightly with plastic wrap and let them rise for another hour.
  15. Preheat your oven to 350°F and bake the cinnamon rolls for about 30 minutes.
  16. Once baked, let them cool slightly in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  17. Beat together your cream cheese frosting ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  18. Spread the frosting over the warm rolls, allowing it to melt slightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Frost your rolls when they’re still warm for that melty goodness.

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