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The Best Cinnamon Rolls!

The Best Cinnamon Rolls You’ll Ever Make at Home

Experience the warm, delicious joy of The Best Cinnamon Rolls! Perfect for Christmas brunch and easy to make.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Milk between 100°F and 110°F
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast ensure it’s fresh
  • 1 large Egg at room temperature
  • ¼ cup Melted Butter set aside a bit for brushing
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar adjust for your taste
  • ½ teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour add more if sticky
For the Filling
  • ½ cup Softened Butter soft enough to spread
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar can swap for coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon adjust to preference
For the Frosting
  • 4 ounces Softened Cream Cheese soft to room temperature
  • ¼ cup Softened Butter soft for easy mixing
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for pure vanilla
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar sift before mixing

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the warm milk, active dry yeast, egg, melted butter, granulated sugar, and salt until combined.
  2. Add the all-purpose flour gradually until a dough forms. Knead for about 3 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
  4. Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon to create the filling.
  5. Roll the dough into a rectangle and spread the filling over it.
  6. Roll the dough tightly, slice into 8 pieces, and place in a greased baking pan.
  7. Let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Mix frosting ingredients until smooth and creamy, then spread over the warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for best results.

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