Cinnamon Rolls

Craving some comforting goodness today? These delicious fluffy, sticky, and sweet cinnamon rolls will hit the spot just perfectly. They do take some time to put together but this fail proof recipe is so worth the effort. Once you smell them baking and eat one hot out of the oven with the cream cheese glaze dripping on your fingers, you’ll get it!

Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze

Recipe Details:

Servings: 12

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Cool Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 4 cups Flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 tsp Yeast
• 1/4 cup Sugar
• 1/4 cup Butter, melted
• 1 large Egg
• 1/2 tsp Salt

For the Filling:

• 3/4 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tbsp Cinnamon
• 1/4 cup Butter, melted

For the Glaze:

• 4 tbsp Cream cheese
• 2 tbsp Butter, softened
• 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1-2 tbsp Milk (as needed to achieve the desired consistency)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • Warm the milk slightly until it’s just above room temperature (do not exceed 40°C/104°F). Stir in the yeast and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add the melted butter, egg, and the frothy yeast mixture to the dry ingredients.
   • Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
   • Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and allow it to rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
2. Form the Rolls:
   • Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
   • Brush the entire surface of the dough with melted butter. Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together, then evenly sprinkle the mixture over the buttered dough.
   • Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, starting from the long side. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces.
3. Bake the Rolls:
   • Arrange the rolls in a greased or parchment-lined baking dish, leaving a little space between each one. Cover the dish with a towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Once the rolls have risen, bake them for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
4. Prepare the Glaze:
   • While the rolls are baking, mix the cream cheese and softened butter together until smooth.
   • Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined. If the glaze is too thick, add milk a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
5. Finish and Serve:
   • After baking, let the rolls cool slightly in the pan. Spread the cream cheese glaze over the warm rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 375 kcal
• Total Fat: 28g
• Saturated Fat: 14g
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sodium: 400mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 23g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 2g
• Protein: 10g
• Total Calories: 3000 kcal