These homemade cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with warm cinnamon-sugar goodness. Topped with a creamy cream cheese icing, they’re the ultimate comfort food for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With a little patience and love, you’ll be rewarded with the best cinnamon rolls you’ve ever tasted!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Soft & Fluffy: Bread flour creates the perfect chewy texture.
Rich Flavor: Dark brown sugar and cinnamon create a decadent filling, while cream cheese icing adds a luxurious finish.
Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare the dough the night before and bake fresh in the morning.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
1 cup milk (2% or whole milk recommended, but almond milk works too ) 🥛
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for activating the yeast ) 🫚
2 1/4 teaspoons quick-rise yeast (1 packet, or use active dry yeast ) 🍞
1/3 cup unsalted butter , melted (plus extra for greasing the bowl ) 🧈
1 large egg + 1 egg yolk (room temperature ) 🥚
3 1/2 – 4 cups bread flour (plus extra for dusting ) 🌾
1 teaspoon salt 🧂
For the Filling:
1/2 cup unsalted butter , softened (for spreading ) 🧈
3/4 cup dark brown sugar (or light brown sugar ) 🫚
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 🌿
For the Icing:
4 oz cream cheese , softened 🧀
1/4 cup unsalted butter , softened 🧈
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar , sifted 🫚
Home Recipes How To Make Delicious Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
How To Make Delicious Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
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These homemade cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with warm cinnamon-sugar goodness. Topped with a creamy cream cheese icing, they’re the ultimate comfort food for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With a little patience and love, you’ll be rewarded with the best cinnamon rolls you’ve ever tasted!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Soft & Fluffy: Bread flour creates the perfect chewy texture.
Rich Flavor: Dark brown sugar and cinnamon create a decadent filling, while cream cheese icing adds a luxurious finish.
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Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare the dough the night before and bake fresh in the morning.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
1 cup milk (2% or whole milk recommended, but almond milk works too ) 🥛
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1/4 cup granulated sugar (for activating the yeast ) 🫚
2 1/4 teaspoons quick-rise yeast (1 packet, or use active dry yeast ) 🍞
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1/3 cup unsalted butter , melted (plus extra for greasing the bowl ) 🧈
1 large egg + 1 egg yolk (room temperature ) 🥚
3 1/2 – 4 cups bread flour (plus extra for dusting ) 🌾
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1 teaspoon salt 🧂
For the Filling:
1/2 cup unsalted butter , softened (for spreading ) 🧈
3/4 cup dark brown sugar (or light brown sugar ) 🫚
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 🌿
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For the Icing:
4 oz cream cheese , softened 🧀
1/4 cup unsalted butter , softened 🧈
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar , sifted 🫚
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌸
Instructions
Step 1: Activate the Yeast 🍞
Warm the milk in a small saucepan or microwave until it reaches 110°F–115°F (43°C–46°C) —it should feel warm but not hot.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk , granulated sugar , and yeast . Stir gently and let it sit for 5–10 minutes , or until the mixture becomes frothy. This indicates the yeast is active.
Step 2: Make the Dough 🥄
Add the melted butter , egg , and egg yolk to the yeast mixture. Whisk until smooth.
Gradually stir in 3 1/2 cups of bread flour and the salt , mixing until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5–7 minutes , adding up to 1/2 cup more flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Home Recipes How To Make Delicious Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
How To Make Delicious Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
Ezoic
These homemade cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with warm cinnamon-sugar goodness. Topped with a creamy cream cheese icing, they’re the ultimate comfort food for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With a little patience and love, you’ll be rewarded with the best cinnamon rolls you’ve ever tasted!
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Cinnamon Swirl Bread
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Soft & Fluffy: Bread flour creates the perfect chewy texture.
Rich Flavor: Dark brown sugar and cinnamon create a decadent filling, while cream cheese icing adds a luxurious finish.
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Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare the dough the night before and bake fresh in the morning.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
1 cup milk (2% or whole milk recommended, but almond milk works too ) 🥛
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1/4 cup granulated sugar (for activating the yeast ) 🫚
2 1/4 teaspoons quick-rise yeast (1 packet, or use active dry yeast ) 🍞
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1/3 cup unsalted butter , melted (plus extra for greasing the bowl ) 🧈
1 large egg + 1 egg yolk (room temperature ) 🥚
3 1/2 – 4 cups bread flour (plus extra for dusting ) 🌾
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1 teaspoon salt 🧂
For the Filling:
1/2 cup unsalted butter , softened (for spreading ) 🧈
3/4 cup dark brown sugar (or light brown sugar ) 🫚
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 🌿
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For the Icing:
4 oz cream cheese , softened 🧀
1/4 cup unsalted butter , softened 🧈
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar , sifted 🫚
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌸
Instructions
Step 1: Activate the Yeast 🍞
Warm the milk in a small saucepan or microwave until it reaches 110°F–115°F (43°C–46°C) —it should feel warm but not hot.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk , granulated sugar , and yeast . Stir gently and let it sit for 5–10 minutes , or until the mixture becomes frothy. This indicates the yeast is active.
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Step 2: Make the Dough 🥄
Add the melted butter , egg , and egg yolk to the yeast mixture. Whisk until smooth.
Gradually stir in 3 1/2 cups of bread flour and the salt , mixing until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5–7 minutes , adding up to 1/2 cup more flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for 1–1 1/2 hours , or until doubled in size.
Step 3: Prepare the Filling 🌶️
In a small bowl, mix the dark brown sugar and cinnamon until well combined. Set aside.
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 4: Assemble the Rolls 🥮
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it into a rectangle about 16×12 inches .
Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough, pressing it gently into the butter.
Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
Use a sharp knife or dental floss to cut the log into 12 equal slices . Arrange the rolls in the prepared baking pan, leaving space between each roll for rising.
Step 5: Second Rise ⏳
Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let them rise again for 30–45 minutes , or until puffy and touching each other.
Step 6: Bake 🔥
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) .
Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20–25 minutes , or until golden brown on top.
Step 7: Make the Icing 🧀
While the rolls are baking, prepare the icing. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar , beating until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract . Adjust the consistency by adding a teaspoon of milk if needed.
Step 8: Ice and Serve 🍴
Once the cinnamon rolls are baked, let them cool slightly.
Drizzle the icing generously over the warm rolls.
Serve warm and enjoy the gooey, cinnamon-spiced goodness!
Tips for Success:
Milk Temperature: If the milk is too hot, it can kill the yeast. Aim for 110°F–115°F (43°C–46°C) .
Active Dry Yeast: If using active dry yeast instead of quick-rise, dissolve it in the warm milk with a pinch of sugar and let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy before proceeding.
Make Ahead: After assembling the rolls, cover them and refrigerate overnight. Let them come to room temperature for 30 minutes before the second rise and baking.
Storage: Store leftover cinnamon rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days . Reheat in the microwave for 10–15 seconds.
Freeze Option: Freeze unbaked rolls in a freezer-safe dish for up to 1 month . Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then let them rise and bake as directed.
Nutritional Information (per roll, makes 12):
Calories: ~280 kcal
Protein: ~4g
Carbohydrates: ~45g
Fat: ~10g
Indulge in these homemade cinnamon rolls for a treat that’s worth every step of the process. Their pillowy soft texture, rich cinnamon filling, and creamy icing make them irresistible. Whether you’re serving them for a special occasion or just because, these cinnamon rolls are sure to become a family favorite. Bake them once, and you’ll never settle for store-bought again!
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