Classic Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in the warm, pillowy perfection of Classic Cinnamon Rolls, the ultimate treat for breakfast or brunch. This timeless recipe features a soft, buttery dough swirled with a rich, aromatic cinnamon-sugar filling, delivering that melt-in-your-mouth texture with every bite. Topped with a luscious cream cheese icing that seeps into the fluffy layers, these cinnamon rolls are a decadent combination of sweet, spice, and comfort. Perfectly risen and golden-brown, they’re made from scratch using simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Whether baked fresh on a lazy weekend morning or prepared ahead for a special gathering, these homemade cinnamon rolls will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma and leave everyone asking for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.5 cups cream cheese
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter (softened)
• 1.5 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.25 cups of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, heat 1 cup of whole milk until warm but not hot, about 110°F (43°C).

Step 3

Add the warm milk, 0.25 cups of melted butter, and 1 large egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 4

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in a large greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-1.5 hours.

Step 6

For the filling, mix together 1 cup of light brown sugar and 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon in a small bowl.

Step 7

Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle, about 16x12 inches.

Step 8

Spread 0.5 cups of softened unsalted butter evenly over the dough.

Step 9

Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough, ensuring even coverage.

Step 10

Starting with the longer edge, tightly roll the dough into a log and cut it into 12 equal slices.

Step 11

Place the slices cut-side up in a greased 9x13-inch baking pan. Cover and let them rise for 30 minutes or until nearly doubled.

Step 12

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 13

Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on top.

Step 14

While the rolls are baking, prepare the icing by beating together 0.5 cups cream cheese, 0.25 cups softened unsalted butter, 1.5 cups powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 15

Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool slightly before generously spreading the prepared icing over the warm rolls.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1593.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5800.2

Total Fat 251.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 152.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 853.1mg	0%
Sodium 2994.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 830.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 444.7g
Protein 76.8g	0%

Vitamin D 235.9IU	0%
Calcium 846.5mg	0%
Iron 25.7mg	0%
Potassium 1566.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.4%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 56.4%