Description
Fluffy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate breakfast treat, enveloping you in a warm, sweet embrace. Imagine soft, pillowy dough filled with gooey cinnamon sugar and topped with a creamy glaze that melts in your mouth. Perfect for cozy mornings or special occasions, these rolls will delight your family and friends, making every bite a cherished memory. With straightforward steps and simple ingredients, you’ll create an irresistible dish that transforms any morning into a festive celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over top; let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in flour and melted butter until combined. Knead on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Roll out dough into a rectangle; spread with softened butter and sprinkle cinnamon mixture evenly.
- Roll up the dough tightly into a log shape and slice into even pieces. Place rolls in a greased baking dish.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) while rolls rise for another 30 minutes. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth; drizzle over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg