Description
Indulge in the warm, gooey goodness of the Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls. These delightful rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with a sweet cinnamon mixture, all topped off with a creamy frosting that takes them to the next level. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or special gatherings, their heavenly aroma will fill your kitchen and make you the star of any brunch. With easy steps that even novice bakers can follow, youβll create irresistible treats that everyone will love. Customize them with nuts or dried fruits for added flavor and texture, or enjoy them simply as they are. Whether fresh from the oven or warmed up later, these cinnamon rolls will be a favorite for days.
Ingredients
- 3β3 ΒΌ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg (plus enough milk to make 1 cup)
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup sugar (mixed with 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 5 tablespoons butter (room temperature)
- 1 Β½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, instant yeast, salt, egg, milk (to make 1 cup), melted butter, and vanilla. Knead until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a greased bowl covered for 1-2 hours until doubled.
- Roll the dough into a rectangle and spread butter over it. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Roll tightly into a log and slice into 12 pieces. Place in a greased baking pan and let rise again.
- Preheat oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For frosting: Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until fluffy; spread over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for best results. For variations, consider adding chopped nuts or dried fruits to the filling. Serve with fresh fruit or coffee for an enhanced experience.