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Homemade cinnamon rolls are the perfect way to start your day, enveloping your kitchen in a warm, sweet aroma that invites everyone to the table. Soft, pillowy rolls swirled with cinnamon and sugar, finished off with a luscious cream cheese frosting, these treats are a breakfast classic that never goes out of style.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This homemade cinnamon roll recipe is not only easy to follow, but it also delivers on flavor and satisfaction. Your family will be begging for seconds!
- Irresistibly Soft: These rolls are fluffy and tender, making them a delight to bite into.
- Creamy Frosting: The cream cheese frosting adds a rich, tangy sweetness that perfectly balances the cinnamon.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon treat.
- Customizable: Add nuts, raisins, or even a drizzle of chocolate for a twist!
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed to 110°F
- ½ cup granulated sugar, divided
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk (for frosting consistency)
How to Make Cinnamon Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting
- In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Add the melted butter, remaining sugar, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 16×12 inches.
- Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly across the top.
- Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seam to seal and cut into 12 equal pieces.
- Place the rolls in a greased baking pan, cover with a towel, and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- While the rolls are baking, make the cream cheese frosting by beating together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes, then generously spread the cream cheese frosting on top while still warm.
Tips for the Best Results
- Make sure your milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon filling.
- Let the rolls cool slightly before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting away.
Easy Variations
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the filling for a crunchy texture.
- Swirl in some chocolate chips along with the cinnamon for a sweet twist.
- Experiment with different extracts, like almond or maple, in the frosting.
What to Serve With It
- A hot cup of coffee or tea for a cozy breakfast experience.
- Fresh fruit salad to balance the sweetness.
- A side of crispy bacon or sausage for a savory contrast.
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Store leftover cinnamon rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for a week. Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes before serving.
Recipe Card
Homemade Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
Yield: 12 rolls
Ingredients:
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
1 cup whole milk, warmed to 110°F
½ cup granulated sugar, divided
½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
⅓ cup brown sugar
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-3 tablespoons milk (for frosting consistency)
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add the melted butter, remaining sugar, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until well combined.
3. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 16×12 inches.
6. Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly across the top.
7. Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seam to seal and cut into 12 equal pieces.
8. Place the rolls in a greased baking pan, cover with a towel, and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
9. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. While the rolls are baking, make the cream cheese frosting by beating together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to reach your desired consistency.
11. Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes, then generously spread the cream cheese frosting on top while still warm.
Notes:
Make sure your milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast. For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon filling.
Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
Yield: 12 rolls
Ingredients:
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
1 cup whole milk, warmed to 110°F
½ cup granulated sugar, divided
½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
⅓ cup brown sugar
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-3 tablespoons milk (for frosting consistency)
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add the melted butter, remaining sugar, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until well combined.
3. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 16×12 inches.
6. Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly across the top.
7. Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seam to seal and cut into 12 equal pieces.
8. Place the rolls in a greased baking pan, cover with a towel, and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
9. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. While the rolls are baking, make the cream cheese frosting by beating together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to reach your desired consistency.
11. Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes, then generously spread the cream cheese frosting on top while still warm.
Notes:
Make sure your milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast. For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon filling.
