Ingredients
For the Dough
1 cup (240 ml) warm whole milk
2 ¼ teaspoons (7 g) active dry yeast
¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
4 cups (500 g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
For the Cinnamon Filling
½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200 g) packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
1–2 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes, until slightly foamy.
Make the dough: Add the remaining sugar, eggs, and melted butter. Mix well. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Knead: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
First rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Prepare the filling: Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together.
Roll the dough: Roll the risen dough into a large rectangle, approximately 16 × 12 inches.
Add the filling: Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-brown-sugar mixture over the entire surface.
Roll: Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log.
Cut: Cut the log into 12 equal rolls using a sharp knife or unflavored dental floss.
Second rise: Arrange the rolls in a greased or parchment-lined baking pan. Cover and let them rise for 30–45 minutes, until puffy.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 22–28 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
Make the glaze: Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and enough milk to create a creamy glaze.
Finish: Spread the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls. Serve warm and enjoy those soft, fluffy cinnamon layers! 🤎🥐
🍥 Homemade Soft & Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls
