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Easy Cinnamon Rolls (

Soft and Fluffy Easy Cinnamon Rolls Your Weekend Delight

These Easy Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful treat that bring homemade joy with their soft texture and gooey cinnamon filling.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 26 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 41 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour or bread flour for chewier texture
  • 2 teaspoons Instant yeast can substitute with active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup Sugar granulated or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt sea salt or kosher salt recommended
  • 1 cup Warm milk or non-dairy milk for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Melted butter coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 large Eggs flax eggs for vegan option
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Soft butter room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar adjust for sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Ground cinnamon try Ceylon for delicate flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt optional
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese or vegan cream cheese
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar reduce for a lighter frosting
  • 2 tablespoons Milk or non-dairy milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract pure vanilla recommended

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm milk, butter, and eggs, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and slightly tacky.
  3. First Rise: Cover the bowl and let it rise for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  4. Prepare the Filling: Mix butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt into a smooth paste.
  5. Roll Out the Dough: After rising, roll it into an 18x12-inch rectangle and spread the filling evenly, leaving a 1-inch border.
  6. Shape the Rolls: Roll the dough tightly, pinch to seal the seam, and cut into 12 equal rolls.
  7. Second Rise: Place the rolls in a buttered dish, cover, and let rise for 30 to 45 minutes.
  8. Bake the Rolls: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 22 to 26 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Prepare the Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, gradually adding powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
  10. Frost the Rolls: Ice warm rolls with frosting, allowing it to melt into crevices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure dough rises adequately and avoid overbaking. Freezing unbaked rolls for later is an excellent option.

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