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Close-up of a fluffy CINNABON ROOLS topped with creamy white frosting.

Cinnabon Rolls

These Cinnabon rolls are a delicious treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert. They are soft, gooey, and topped with a creamy frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/4 cup warm milk 105-115°F
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup warm water 105-115°F
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
For the Filling
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
For the Frosting
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking pan
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tsp of the granulated sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the remaining granulated sugar, warm water, beaten egg, melted butter, and salt.
  3. Add the yeast mixture to the wet ingredients and mix well.
  4. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and roll it out into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
  7. Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over the butter.
  8. Roll up the dough tightly, starting from one of the long sides. Cut the roll into 12 equal slices.
  9. Place the slices cut-side up in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  11. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  12. While the rolls are baking, prepare the frosting. Beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and powdered sugar, beating until well combined and creamy.
  13. Spread the frosting over the warm cinnamon rolls.

Notes

You can add nuts or raisins to the filling if desired. For a richer frosting, you can add a splash of heavy cream.

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