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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Irresistibly Soft Homemade Cinnamon Rolls You'll Love

Enjoy the warm, gooey goodness of Homemade Cinnamon Rolls, perfect for breakfast and a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Milk 110°F to activate yeast
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons Active Rise Yeast Sprinkle with sugar to activate
  • 2 large Large Eggs At room temperature
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Cubed and at room temperature
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level to avoid dryness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • ¼ cup White Granulated Sugar Can be substituted
For the Filling
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter (for filling) Softened for easy spreading
  • 1 cup Packed Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon Use freshly ground for best flavor
For Baking and Glazing
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Adds moisture during baking
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Softened for mixing
  • 1 ½ cups Powdered Sugar Sift for smooth texture
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract High-quality recommended

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm 1 cup of milk to 110°F, combine with yeast and sugar, let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add yeast mixture, eggs, and butter. Mix until combined.
  3. Knead dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
  5. For filling, beat together butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
  6. Punch down dough, roll out, spread filling, and roll tightly. Slice into 12 pieces.
  7. Place rolls in a greased baking pan, cover, and let rise for 20 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 375°F, pour heavy cream around rolls, and bake for 28-30 minutes.
  9. For glaze, beat cream cheese and butter, mix in powdered sugar and vanilla, drizzle over rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure room temperature ingredients and follow rising times carefully.

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