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Easy, Irresistible Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
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Soft, fluffy homemade cinnamon rolls filled with a brown sugar-cinnamon swirl and topped with rich cream cheese icing. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy holiday treat.

Ingredients

  • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 packet instant yeast

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1 cup warm milk

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 4 oz cream cheese

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

  • 1–2 tbsp milk, as needed

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Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms, adding more flour if sticky.
  3. Knead on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 90 minutes until doubled.
  5. Punch down dough and roll into a 16×10 inch rectangle.
  6. Spread softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
  7. Roll up from the long side and cut into 12 equal pieces using a serrated knife or floss.
  8. Arrange rolls in a greased 9×13 inch pan. Cover and let rise for 40 minutes until puffy.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake rolls for 25 minutes until golden on top and soft in the center.
  10. Mix cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, salt, and milk until smooth.
  11. Spread icing over warm rolls and serve.

Notes

  • For a chewier texture, substitute 1 cup of all-purpose flour with bread flour.
  • To make ahead, refrigerate rolls before the second rise and let sit at room temperature for 60 minutes before baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 20 seconds with a damp paper towel.
  • To freeze, wrap baked and cooled rolls tightly and reheat in the oven at 300°F for 15 minutes.

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