Soft and Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls
Soft homemade cinnamon rolls filled with buttery cinnamon sugar and topped with sweet glaze. A comforting bakery-style treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 cinnamon rolls
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dough
1 cup warm milk (110°F / 45°C)
2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
3¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon salt
Cinnamon Filling
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Glaze
1½ cups powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cream cheese or butter (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Add the melted butter and eggs, mixing well. Stir in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes, or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5 minutes.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1½ hours or until doubled in size.
Roll the dough into a 14×18-inch rectangle. Spread the softened butter evenly over the surface.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Sprinkle evenly over the buttered dough.
Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 equal rolls. Place them into a parchment-lined 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cover and let rise for another 30–45 minutes until puffy.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 22–28 minutes or until golden brown.
Mix the glaze ingredients until smooth and spread over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving.
Notes
For extra soft cinnamon rolls, avoid adding too much flour to the dough. Cream cheese in the glaze adds a richer flavor and texture.
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