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Cinnamon Rolls

Irresistibly Soft Cinnamon Rolls That You'll Love to Bake

These cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with warm cinnamon, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk warm
  • ½ cup butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Frosting Ingredients
  • ½ cup cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • pan
  • wooden spoon
  • Rolling Pin
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 cups of all-purpose flour, ¼ cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 2 tablespoons of active dry yeast until evenly mixed.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 cup of milk and ½ cup of butter over low heat until warm, about 110°F (43°C).
  3. Pour the warm milk and butter mixture into the bowl with your dry ingredients. Add 2 large eggs, and stir everything together until a dough begins to form.
  4. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  5. Place your kneaded dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangular shape, around ¼ inch thick.
  7. Melt another ½ cup of butter and spread it evenly over the surface of the dough.
  8. Sprinkle 1 cup of packed brown sugar and 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon evenly over the buttered dough.
  9. Starting from one long edge, carefully roll the dough up tightly into a log shape and cut into 12 equal pieces.
  10. Place the cut rolls into a greased baking pan and let them rise again in a warm area for about 30 minutes.
  11. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  12. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until they are golden brown on top.
  13. In a bowl, mix together ½ cup of cream cheese and ½ cup of powdered sugar until smooth and creamy for frosting.
  14. Spread the creamy frosting generously over the warm rolls once they have cooled slightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure the yeast is activated properly and do not rush the rising times for best results.

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