Homemade cinnamon rolls
These homemade cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture, topped with creamy frosting for a delightful treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling pin
- Baking dish
- Cooling rack
- Spatula or dough scrapper
- electric mixer optional
Ingredients
For the dough:
- 4 Cups All-purpose flour (bread flower works well too)
- 1/4 Cup Granulated sugar
- 1 Pkt Active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 1/2 Cup Whole milk, warmed
- 1/2 Cup Unsalted butter, melted (plus more for greasing)
- 2 Large eggs
For the Filling:
- 1/2 Cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1 Tbsp Ground cinnamon
- 1/4 Cup Unsalted butter, softened
For Cream cheese frosting
- 4 Oz Cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 Cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 Cup Powdered sugar
- 1 Tsp Vanilla extract
- 1-2 Tbsp Milk (to reach desired consistency)
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix the warmed milk, melted butter, and eggs. Gradually add this mixture to the flour mixture, stirring to combine.
Knead the Dough:
- Add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
First Rise:
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling:
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
Roll the Dough:
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 16x12 inches). Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top.
Shape the Rolls:
- Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Second Rise:
- Cover the rolls with a cloth and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until puffy.
Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Make the Frosting:
- While the rolls are baking, beat together the cream cheese and butter in a bowl until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing well. Add milk until the desired consistency is reached.
Frost and Serve:
- Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool slightly before spreading the cream cheese frosting on top. Serve warm and enjoy!