Description
These homemade Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and packed with rich cinnamon-sugar filling, all topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for a cozy breakfast, brunch, or special occasion, they deliver bakery-level results right from your kitchen. This classic recipe is simple to follow and guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
For the Dough
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1 cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
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2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 egg yolk
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¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
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3 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
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½ teaspoon salt
For the Filling
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⅔ cup brown sugar, packed
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1½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
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¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup powdered sugar
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Activate Yeast:
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In a large bowl, whisk warm milk and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
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Make Dough:
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Add sugar, egg, yolk, and melted butter. Stir to combine.
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Add flour and salt. Mix until a dough forms. Knead by hand or mixer for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Transfer to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours, until doubled in size.
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Make Filling:
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Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Set aside.
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Shape Rolls:
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Roll dough into a 14×9-inch rectangle. Spread with softened butter, then sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
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Roll up tightly from the long side and cut into 9–12 rolls.
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Second Rise:
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Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch pan. Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
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Bake:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown.
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Make Frosting:
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Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt. Beat until fluffy.
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Frost and Serve:
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Spread frosting over warm rolls and serve.
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Notes
For overnight prep, refrigerate shaped rolls before the second rise. Let come to room temp and rise before baking.
Add chopped pecans or raisins to the filling if desired.For a glaze alternative, mix 1 cup powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons milk and a splash of vanilla.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, homemade cinnamon buns, cream cheese icing, brunch recipes, soft cinnamon rolls, sweet yeast dough