Southern Kitchen Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in the warm, comforting aroma of Southern Kitchen Cinnamon Rolls, the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or any sweet moment in your day. These ultra-soft, buttery rolls are made from a pillowy yeast dough that rises twice for the ultimate fluffy texture. Filled with a decadent swirl of cinnamon and brown sugar, each roll melts in your mouth with a sweet spiced kick. Topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, their gooey richness will have you coming back for seconds! With a prep time of just 2 hours and 25 minutes bake time, these classic homemade cinnamon rolls are worth every moment. Whether you're crafting these for a holiday brunch or a cozy weekend indulgence, they’re sure to impress! Perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy, these rolls are a must-try for any home baker.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:145 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 2 large eggs
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter (softened, for filling)
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 1.5 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2-3 tablespoons whole milk (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Start by warming the milk to approximately 110°F (lukewarm). Add the butter and sugar to the warm milk, stirring until the butter is melted. Sprinkle the yeast over the top, gently stir, and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs. Add the yeast mixture, flour, and salt. Mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

Step 3

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 4

While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl.

Step 5

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12x18-inch rectangle.

Step 6

Spread the softened butter over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border on all sides. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered area.

Step 7

Starting from one of the long sides, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal. Cut the log into 12 equal slices.

Step 8

Arrange the rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, cover, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Once the rolls have risen, bake them in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden on top.

Step 10

While the rolls bake, make the glaze. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until the glaze is smooth and pourable.

Step 11

When the cinnamon rolls have finished baking, spread the glaze over the warm rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1440.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4419.6

Total Fat 112.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 652.4mg	0%
Sodium 3019.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 781.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 395.8g
Protein 82.1g	0%

Vitamin D 243.4IU	0%
Calcium 833.7mg	0%
Iron 26.3mg	0%
Potassium 1567.1mg	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: 22.6%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 70.0%