Description
Fluffy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect morning treat, offering a warm and gooey experience that fills your home with delightful aromas. With a tender, pillowy texture and a rich cream cheese frosting, these rolls turn any day into a special occasion. Ideal for breakfast gatherings or cozy afternoons, this recipe is simple enough for beginners yet impressive enough to share with friends. Get ready to indulge in the sweet, comforting flavors of homemade cinnamon rolls that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F or 43°C)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Mix in sugar, softened butter, egg, and half of the flour; gradually add remaining flour to form a soft dough.
- Knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1-2 hours).
- For the filling, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter.
- Roll out the dough to a rectangle (1/4 inch thick), spread filling evenly, then roll tightly and slice into 12 pieces.
- Place rolls cut-side up in a greased baking dish; let rise for another hour while preheating oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly before frosting with cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg