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The Best Cinnamon Rolls You’ll Ever Eat

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Soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls filled with a rich cinnamon-brown sugar swirl and topped with smooth vanilla cream cheese frosting. Perfect for special occasions or weekend treats.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 9 rolls
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole or 2% milk, warmed to 115°F
  • 2 1/4 tsp quick-rise (instant) or active dry yeast
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup salted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
  • 3 1/2 to 4 cups bread flour, plus more as needed
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • Extra-virgin olive oil, for greasing
  • 1/3 cup salted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 3/4 cup dark brown sugar (for filling)
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon (for filling)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 3 tbsp salted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Warm milk to 115°F. Add yeast. If using active dry yeast, let sit with a pinch of sugar until foamy.
  2. Mix in remaining sugar, melted butter, egg, and egg yolk.
  3. Stir in bread flour and salt until dough forms.
  4. Knead with a stand mixer or by hand until soft and slightly sticky.
  5. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (1–1½ hours).
  6. Roll dough into a rectangle. Spread with softened butter, sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon mixture, and rub gently.
  7. Roll tightly, trim ends, and cut into 9 rolls with floss or serrated knife.
  8. Arrange rolls in a lined baking pan, cover, and let rise until puffy (45 minutes–1 hour).
  9. Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until golden at the edges.
  10. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla until fluffy. Spread over warm rolls and serve.

Notes

  • For a nutty twist, sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the filling.
  • Add cardamom or pumpkin pie spice for extra warmth.
  • Include raisins or chopped dried fruit for a fruity version.
  • Swap frosting for maple glaze for a different flavor.
  • Store covered in fridge for up to 5 days; reheat before serving.
  • Can be frozen before or after baking; thaw and reheat before frosting.

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