Ingredients
- For the dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1 package (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- For the cinnamon filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 tbsp cinnamon
- For the cream cheese frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Step 2
Add the softened butter, eggs, and warm milk to the bowl. Mix until a dough forms.
Step 3
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 4
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Step 5
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Step 6
Roll out the dough into a rectangle shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 7
Spread the softened butter over the surface of the dough.
Step 8
Mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
Step 9
Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
Step 10
Starting at one end, tightly roll up the dough.
Step 11
Cut the roll into 12-14 slices using a sharp knife or dental floss.
Step 12
Place the slices into a greased baking dish, leaving a little space between each roll.
Step 13
Bake the cinnamon rolls for 25-30 minutes or until they are golden brown.
Step 14
While the cinnamon rolls are baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix until a creamy frosting forms.
Step 15
Once the cinnamon rolls are done baking, let them cool for a few minutes before spreading the cream cheese frosting on top.
