Homemade Cinnamon Roll Recipe

Homemade Cinnamon Roll Recipe

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Indulge in the sweet and comforting aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls with this easy-to-follow homemade recipe. Treat yourself and your loved ones to soft, gooey rolls swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze.

Ingredients:

Dough:

  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour

Filling:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

  1. In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture with sugar, melted butter, salt, and eggs. Gradually add flour, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a 16×21-inch rectangle.
  5. Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
  6. Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut into 12 equal slices.
  7. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, leaving space between each. Let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. While the rolls are baking, prepare the cream cheese glaze by beating together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  10. Once the cinnamon rolls are out of the oven, drizzle the cream cheese glaze over them. Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips and Quick Process:

  • For a quicker rise, place the covered dough in a warm oven (turned off) with a bowl of hot water.
  • Use dental floss to easily and cleanly cut the dough into slices.
  • Add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling for extra flavor and texture.
  • Leftover rolls can be reheated in the microwave for a quick treat.

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