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Better Than Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls


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  • Author: angela
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously fluffy cinnamon rolls with mouth-watering cream cheese frosting, perfect for breakfast or brunch.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for filling)
  • 1 cup cream cheese (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Heat the milk and 1/4 cup of sugar in a small saucepan until warm. Remove from heat and stir in yeast; let sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
  2. Combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add the yeast mixture, eggs, and melted butter; mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
  5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle. Spread the softened butter, then the brown sugar and cinnamon over the dough.
  6. Roll tightly, slice into 12 rolls, and place in a greased baking dish.
  7. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Prepare the frosting by mixing the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  10. Frost the rolls while still warm. Enjoy!

Notes

For variations, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts to the filling. Frost the rolls while warm for a gooey finish.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg
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