Description
Fluffy, gooey, and made with love — these homemade cinnamon rolls are a dream come true for beginners. No overnight rise needed, and the flavor is out of this world!
Ingredients
- 2¾ cups (344g) all-purpose flour (plus more as needed)
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup (180ml) whole milk
- 3 tbsp (43g) unsalted butter
- 2¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 3 tbsp (43g) softened butter (for filling)
- ⅓ cup (67g) packed brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 4 oz (113g) full-fat cream cheese, softened (for icing)
- 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter, softened (for icing)
- ⅔ cup (80g) confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, warm the milk and butter until just warm to the touch (about 110°F). Whisk in the yeast until dissolved. Pour into dry ingredients, add the egg, and mix into a soft dough.
- Knead & Rest: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 3–5 minutes. Form a smooth ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: Roll dough into a 14×8” rectangle. Spread with softened butter and sprinkle evenly with brown sugar + cinnamon.
- Shape the Rolls: Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 10–12 even pieces. Place rolls into a greased 9” or 10” baking pan.
- Let Them Rise: Cover and let the rolls rise for 60–90 minutes in a warm, draft-free space until doubled in size.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 24–27 minutes until golden. Tent with foil if browning too fast. Let cool slightly.
- Make the Icing: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla, mix until creamy. Spread on warm rolls and serve!
Notes
Use a thermometer to avoid overheating milk (keep it ~110°F). For fluffiest rolls, don’t overdo the flour. Dough should be soft and tacky, not dry. Rolls can be frozen after shaping, par-baking, or baking — perfect for make-ahead brunch!
- Prep Time: 100 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American