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homemade cinnamon rolls recipe

Deliciously soft and gooey homemade cinnamon rolls topped with cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 cup milk warm
  • 1 4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Filling
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 4 cup unsalted butter softened
Frosting
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk adjust for consistency

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add melted butter, sugar, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
  3. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Make the Filling
  1. In a bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon together.
  2. Spread softened butter over the rolled-out dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top.
Shape the Rolls
  1. Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 12 equal pieces.
  2. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and cover. Let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake the Rolls
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake the rolls for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until creamy.
Serve
  1. Drizzle the frosting over warm cinnamon rolls and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.