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Irresistible Cream Cheese Cinnamon Sugar Rolls


  • Total Time: 120
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x

Description

Fluffy homemade rolls swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a rich cream cheese glaze for a perfect morning treat.


Ingredients

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For the dough:
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm milk (110°F)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
1 tsp salt
3 cups all-purpose flour

For the filling:
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the cream cheese glaze:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp milk


Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
Step 2: Add sugar, melted butter, egg, salt, and 2 cups of flour. Mix until combined.
Step 3: Gradually add remaining flour until dough forms a soft ball. Knead for 5 minutes.
Step 4: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Step 5: Roll dough into a 12×16-inch rectangle. Spread softened butter evenly over the surface.
Step 6: Combine brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over the buttered dough.
Step 7: Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut into 12 equal slices.
Step 8: Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
Step 9: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Step 10: While rolls bake, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk.
Step 11: Spread cream cheese glaze over warm rolls. Serve immediately.

  • Prep Time: 30
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Breakfast

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Protein: 5g