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Cinnamon Roll Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

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  • Author: Chef MARTHA
  • Total Time: 2 ½ - 3 hours (including rising times)
  • Yield: 12-15 rolls
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These homemade cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar filling. Topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting, they’re the perfect indulgent treat for breakfast, brunch, or any time you want something warm and comforting.

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, heat the milk until it’s warm to the touch (about 110°F). Stir in the sugar and sprinkle the yeast on top. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
  2. Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of flour and salt. Add the butter, eggs, and yeast mixture, and stir until the dough begins to come together. Add the remaining flour, a little at a time, until the dough is soft and not too sticky.
  3. Knead the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, but be careful not to add too much.
  4. Let the Dough Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  5. Prepare the Filling: Mix the softened butter, brown sugar, white sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl until smooth and well-combined.
  6. Roll Out the Dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
  7. Spread the Filling: Spread the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly over the rolled dough, leaving a small border along the edges.
  8. Roll the Dough: Starting from the long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log.
  9. Cut the Rolls: Slice the dough into 12-15 even pieces, depending on the size you want your rolls to be. Place the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, leaving a little space between them.
  10. Let the Rolls Rise: Cover the pan with a towel and let the rolls rise for another 30-45 minutes, until they puff up and fill the pan.
  11. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  12. Bake the Rolls: Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown on top and fully cooked through.
  13. Prepare the Frosting: While the rolls are baking, beat the cream cheese, icing sugar, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
  14. Frost the Rolls: Once the cinnamon rolls are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls.
  15. Serve: Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a fun variation, add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the filling for a little crunch.
  • If you prefer a simpler frosting, substitute the cream cheese frosting with a sugar glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
  • For make-ahead convenience, you can prepare the dough the night before and refrigerate it overnight. Just let it rise in the morning before baking.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes (excluding rising time)
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/cinnamon-roll-recipe-with-cream-cheese-frosting/