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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Homemade cinnamon rolls are incredible, from the fluffy dough made moist with cinnamon filling to the luscious cream cheese frosting. This recipe will take you through making the most addicting cinnamon rolls.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Rise Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Author: Valentina

Ingredients

cinnamon rolls -

  • 3 ⅓ cup of all-purpose flour measured then sifted
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup of whole milk
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs whisked
  • 1 Tbsp active dry yeast

cinnamon roll filling -

  • 3 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 8 Tbsp unsalted butter room temp

cream cheese frosting -

  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter room temp
  • 6 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream

finishing -

  • 2 Tbsp of heavy whipping cream
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Instructions

cinnamon roll dough -

  • Measure out the flour and sift together with salt into a bowl. Then, create a well in the center.
  • In a saucepan, warm the milk, butter, and sugar. Remove from heat when butter is melted and whisk in eggs. (You want warm milk, NOT hot.)
  • Pour the mixture into the well we created in the flour and sprinkle yeast on top. Stir lightly and cover with a towel until the yeast is foamy.
  • Mix the dough using a paddle on a stand-up mixer until the dough is fully incorporated. Proceed to knead by hand for 3-5 minutes. Cover the dough ball with a damp towel and rest for two hours.

filling -

  • In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon, then set aside.

cream cheese frosting -

  • Cream together butter, cream cheese, vanilla, and powdered sugar. Slowly add in heavy whipping cream and beat until light and fluffy.

assemble rolls -

  • Dust a surface with flour and roll out the dough into a 12x16” rectangle. Spread 8 Tbsp of softened butter on the dough, and sprinkle sugar filling.
  • Roll up the dough tightly and cut into 12 equal buns.
  • Arrange rolls face up on a lined baking sheet. Cover and let rise for an additional 30 minutes. Pour 2 Tbsp of heavy whipping cream over the rolls.
  • Bake rolls at 375°F for 20-22 minutes or until rolls are golden brown.
  • Allow the rolls to cool slightly before spreading half the frosting over them. Once fully cooled, apply the remaining frosting.
  • Serve, and enjoy friends!

Notes

  • Yeast activation: The liquid needs to be at a temperature of 100°F- 110°F for the yeast to activate. 
  • Clean cuts: Use a sharp knife or a string to create even buns along the roll.
  • Secret to gooey buns: Applying half the frosting while the buns are still warm allows the frosting to penetrate the buns - don’t skip this step!