There's nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls filling your kitchen, and mastering this classic pastry from scratch is incredibly rewarding. Forget store-bought mixes; with a few basic kitchen tools like a stand mixer (or good old elbow grease), a reliable baking sheet, and quality ingredients, you can create a batch of fluffy, sweet, and gooey cinnamon rolls that will rival any bakery. This recipe guides you through making a rich, buttery dough, a luscious cinnamon-sugar filling, and a delightful cream cheese frosting. You’ll find that baking these at home gives you complete control over the sweetness and spice, allowing you to tailor them perfectly to your taste. Gathering common grocery store staples such as all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, brown sugar, and cream cheese makes this a surprisingly accessible baking project. Whether you're planning a special weekend breakfast or simply craving a comforting treat, these homemade cinnamon rolls are sure to become a beloved family favorite. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this timeless breakfast classic!
Ingredient
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed (105-115°F)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar, plus 1 teaspoon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted, plus 1 tablespoon (for dough)
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon salt
- FOR THE FILLING:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- FOR THE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream
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