Description
These soft and pillowy cinnamon rolls are the ultimate breakfast treat, featuring a fragrant cinnamon sugar swirl and a decadent, tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or a special morning celebration, these rolls offer that nostalgic bakery-quality experience. The simple, foolproof dough ensures a light texture every time, while the warm, spiced aroma makes them impossible to resist. Impress your friends and family with these gooey, sweet spirals that are sure to be a crowd favorite right from your home kitchen.
Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 packet active dry yeast
1 cup warm whole milk
1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
1 egg, room temperature
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Activate the yeast by combining warm milk and yeast in a small bowl until foamy.
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and the activated yeast mixture.
Stir in the melted butter and egg until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough for 5 minutes on a lightly floured surface.
Place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm spot for about one hour until doubled in size.
Roll the dough out into a large rectangle on a floured surface.
Brush the dough with butter and sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
Roll the dough tightly into a log shape.
Slice the log into 12 even rolls and arrange them in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes until golden brown.
Whisk together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Spread the frosting over the rolls while they are still warm.
Notes
Keep leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. You can warm them briefly in the microwave before serving to maintain the gooey texture.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg