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Cinnamon Rolls

Soft and Gooey Cinnamon Rolls with Creamy Icing at Home

Indulge in these soft and gooey cinnamon rolls, perfect for breakfast or dessert, featuring creamy icing and a delightful homemade touch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Whole milk Or almond/soy milk for non-dairy option.
  • 2 tablespoons Active yeast Ensure it's fresh and bubbly.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar Can substitute with brown sugar.
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour Bread flour can enhance chewiness.
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for better integration.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness, don't skip!
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Softened for dough and icing.
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup Light brown sugar Melts beautifully for a caramel-like taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon Fresh ground is preferred.
Icing Ingredients
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 2 cups Icing sugar Adjust for taste.
Moisture
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream Poured over before baking.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Dish
  • Saucepan
  • Stand Mixer

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Warm the whole milk in a saucepan until just warm, then sprinkle yeast over and let foam for 5-10 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, combine foamed yeast, sugar, eggs, butter, salt, and flour, mixing until a rough dough forms.
Kneading and Rising
  1. Knead dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
Rolling and Filling
  1. Punch down the risen dough and roll into a 16x12 inch rectangle. Spread melted butter over it.
  2. Combine brown sugar and cinnamon, sprinkle over the buttered dough.
Shaping and Proofing
  1. Roll dough tightly from one long edge into a log, slice into 12 rolls and arrange in a greased baking dish.
  2. Cover rolls and let rise until puffy, about 30-45 minutes.
Baking and Icing
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F, pour heavy cream over the rolls, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  2. Mix icing ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience. Creamy icing will melt into the swirls.

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