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Homemade Cinnabon Rolls

These cinnamon rolls are made by rolling out sweet yeasted dough, spreading a cinnamon-sugar filling, and then baking until golden. The final result is soft, tender rolls with a sticky, gooey cinnamon-sugar center and a lightly browned exterior. They are served warm, often topped with icing or glaze for extra sweetness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • All-purpose flour: Forms the structure
  • Active dry yeast: Helps the dough rise
  • Granulated sugar: Light sweetness and yeast fuel
  • Salt: Balances flavor
  • Warm milk: Adds richness and softness
  • Eggs: Create tender dough
  • Butter: Adds richness to dough and filling
  • Brown sugar: Deep sweetness for the filling
  • Ground cinnamon: Signature flavor
  • Heavy cream optional: Poured over rolls for extra softness
  • Cream Cheese Frosting
  • Cream cheese: Tangy and smooth
  • Butter: Adds richness
  • Powdered sugar: Sweetens and thickens
  • Vanilla extract: Rounds out flavor

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl: For dough
  • Measuring cups and spoons: Accuracy matters
  • Rolling pin: Even dough
  • Sharp knife or floss: Clean cuts
  • 9x13-inch baking dish: Holds rolls snugly

Method
 

  1. Activate yeast: Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast until foamy
  2. Mix dough: Add eggs, butter, salt, and flour until soft dough forms
  3. Knead: Until smooth and elastic
  4. First rise: Cover and let rise until doubled
  5. Roll dough: Into a large rectangle
  6. Add filling: Spread butter, sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon
  7. Roll tightly: Starting from the long edge
  8. Slice: Cut into even rolls
  9. Second rise: Arrange in baking dish and let rise again
  10. Bake: Until lightly golden
  11. Prepare frosting: Beat all frosting ingredients until smooth
  12. Frost: Spread over warm rolls