Here’s a delicious recipe for homemade cinnamon rolls that are soft, fluffy, and topped with cream cheese icing!
Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts or raisins
For the Cream Cheese Icing:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk (to reach desired consistency)
Instructions:
1. Make the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water, and melted butter until warm (about 110°F). Remove from heat and stir in the eggs.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until combined. Add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
2. Knead the Dough:
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
3. Prepare the Filling:
- In a bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.
4. Roll Out the Dough:
- After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
5. Spread the Filling:
- Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough. Sprinkle with nuts or raisins if desired.
6. Roll and Cut:
- Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal slices.
7. Second Rise:
- Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
8. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
9. Bake:
- Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Make the Cream Cheese Icing:
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until well combined. Add milk as needed to reach your desired consistency.
11. Frost and Serve:
- Once the cinnamon rolls are done baking, let them cool for a few minutes before spreading the cream cheese icing on top.
Enjoy!
These cinnamon rolls are warm, gooey, and bursting with flavor! Perfect for breakfast or as a delightful treat any time of day!
