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Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls! With their soft, fluffy dough filled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture and topped with creamy frosting, these rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon treat. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a cozy weekend morning at home, these delightful treats are sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to make and customizable to your taste, they promise to elevate your baking game and satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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  • 3–3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg (plus enough milk to make 1 cup)
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup butter (room temperature)
  • ½ cup sugar mixed with 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 5 tablespoons butter (room temperature)
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine all dough ingredients. Knead until smooth, then let rise in a greased bowl, covered, until doubled in size (1-2 hours).
  2. Roll the dough into a rectangle and spread butter on top. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  3. Roll tightly from one edge and slice into rolls. Place in a greased pan and let rise again until puffy (45-90 minutes).
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Prepare frosting by beating together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until fluffy. Spread over warm rolls.

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