Ingredients
For the Dough
4 cups (500 g) all-purpose flour
2 ¼ teaspoons (7 g) active dry yeast
½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
1 cup (240 ml) warm milk
2 large eggs
¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
½ teaspoon salt
For the Cinnamon Filling
½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200 g) packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
For the Creamy Icing
4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1–2 tablespoons milk, as needed
Instructions
Prepare the dough:
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.
Add the remaining sugar, eggs, melted butter, and salt. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough:
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 1–1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
Roll out the dough:
Place the risen dough on a lightly floured surface and roll it into a large rectangle, about ¼ inch thick.
Add the filling:
Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough. Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together, then sprinkle the mixture evenly over the butter.
Roll and cut:
Starting from one long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut it into 12–15 equal pieces using a sharp knife.
Second rise:
Arrange the rolls in a greased baking dish, leaving a little space between them. 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 the tops are lightly golden and the centers are cooked through.
Make the icing:
Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla, then mix until creamy. Add milk gradually until you reach your desired consistency.
Finish:
Spread the icing over the warm cinnamon rolls. Serve warm and enjoy those soft, buttery, cinnamon-filled layers! 🍥🤎
🍥 Soft & Gooey Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
