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Cinnamon Rolls

Mouthwatering Cinnamon Rolls Ready in Just 60 Minutes!

These delicious cinnamon rolls are fluffy, quick to make, and perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter melted for the dough
  • 1 cup Milk whole or 2% milk preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar activates yeast
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast ensure freshness
  • 1 large Egg beaten
  • ½ teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
  • 2.5 to 3 cups All-Purpose Flour adjust to dough consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract can be omitted
Filling Ingredients
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • ½ cup Light Brown Sugar can be replaced with white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon use high-quality for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract additional splash
Cream Cheese Icing Ingredients
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar adjust sweetness to preference
  • 2 tablespoons Milk to achieve desired consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Pan
  • Serrated knife

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and heat 1 cup of milk to 100-110°F. Combine milk, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 2 teaspoons of yeast in a bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add 1 beaten egg, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon vanilla to the foamy yeast mixture. Gradually mix in 2.5 to 3 cups of flour until a soft dough forms. Cover and proof for 10 minutes.
Filling Preparation
  1. Mix ¼ cup softened butter, ½ cup light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, and an additional splash of vanilla until smooth.
Rolling and Cutting
  1. Roll the proofed dough into a large rectangle (14"x18", ¼ inch thick). Spread the filling evenly across the dough.
  2. Tightly roll the dough from one edge, slice into 12 equal pieces, and place in a greased baking pan.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Let rolls rise for 10 minutes, then bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Icing Preparation
  1. Beat together 4 ounces of cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, and 2 tablespoons milk until smooth.
Serving
  1. Spread cream cheese icing over warm rolls after cooling for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Avoid over-kneading the dough to keep rolls fluffy.

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