Description

Indulge in the warmth and comfort of homemade cinnamon rolls with our recipe for The Best Cinnamon Rolls! These fluffy, gooey delights, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, are perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy brunch or festive holiday morning. Even novice bakers will find this approachable recipe easy to follow, ensuring delicious results every time. With options to customize your rolls by adding nuts or raisins, you can make them uniquely yours. Get ready to fill your kitchen with a mouthwatering aroma that will have everyone eagerly anticipating a taste of these irresistible sweet treats!

Ingredients

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1 cup milk (heated to 110°F)
2 + 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1 large egg (room temperature)
6 Tbsp butter (divided; melted and softened)
4 Tbsp granulated sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour (plus more as needed)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 cup powdered sugar

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Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, egg, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Whisk until blended.
Gradually add flour while mixing with a spatula until dough forms and is no longer sticky. Knead for about 3 minutes.
Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for about an hour.
For the filling, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread the filling evenly, then roll tightly into a log. Cut into eight rolls using dental floss.
Place rolls in a greased baking pan and let rise again for another 30 minutes. Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until golden.
For frosting, beat together softened butter, cream cheese, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread over warm rolls.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll (80g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 40mg