Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
Soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting. Perfect for weekend mornings or special occasions.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- For filling: ½ cup softened butter, ¾ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- For frosting: 4 oz cream cheese, ¼ cup butter, 1½ cups powdered sugar, ½ teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Add melted butter, salt, and eggs. Mix well.
- 3
Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
- 5
Roll dough into a 15x9 inch rectangle. Spread with softened butter.
- 6
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, sprinkle evenly over butter.
- 7
Roll up tightly from the long side. Cut into 12 rolls.
- 8
Place rolls in greased 9x13 pan. Cover and let rise 30 minutes.
- 9
Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes until golden brown.
- 10
For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla.
- 11
Spread frosting on warm rolls and serve.
