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Cinnamon Rolls With Cream Cheese Frosting

Iced cinnamon rolls.
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These irresistible cinnamon rolls are packed with warm cinnamon flavor and topped with a rich, tangy cream cheese frosting that you might want to double! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime treat, these rolls are simple to make and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

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For the Dough

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons yeast
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Filling

  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup butter softened

For the Frosting

  • 4 tablespoons cream cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk as needed to achieve the desired consistency

Instructions

Prepare the Dough

  • Warm the milk slightly until it’s just above room temperature (do not exceed 40°C/104°F). Stir in the yeast and 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add the melted butter, egg, and the frothy yeast mixture to the dry ingredients.
  • Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  • Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and allow it to rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Form the Rolls

  • Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
  • Brush the entire surface of the dough with melted butter. Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together, then evenly sprinkle the mixture over the buttered dough.
  • Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, starting from the long side. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces.

Bake the Rolls

  • Arrange the rolls in a greased or parchment-lined baking dish, leaving a little space between each one. Cover the dish with a towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Once the rolls have risen, bake them for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

Prepare the Frosting

  • While the rolls are baking, mix the cream cheese and softened butter together until smooth.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined. If the glaze is too thick, add milk a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency.

Finish and Serve

  • After baking, let the rolls cool slightly in the pan. Spread the cream cheese glaze over the warm rolls.

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