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Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls with Creamy Glaze

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Soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls swirled with brown sugar and cinnamon, topped with a rich cream cheese glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup warm whole milk (43°C / 110°F)

  • 2¼ tsp instant yeast

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened

For the Filling:

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon

  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened

For the Glaze:

  • 100g cream cheese, softened

  • 1½ cups powdered sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 23 tbsp milk

Instructions

  • In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine warm milk, yeast, sugar, eggs, and salt. Add flour and mix. Knead in butter until dough is smooth and elastic.

  • Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled (1–1.5 hours).

  • Mix filling ingredients in a small bowl.

  • Roll out dough into a 14×18-inch rectangle. Spread butter and sprinkle filling. Roll tightly and cut into 12 pieces.

  • Place rolls in greased 9×13 pan. Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes.

  • Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 22–26 minutes until golden.

  • Mix glaze ingredients and spread over warm rolls.

Notes

  • Rolls can be prepped the night before and baked fresh in the morning.

  • Freeze baked and glazed rolls for up to 2 months.

  • Add orange zest or pecans for a twist.