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Best Cinnamon Rolls

Best Cinnamon Rolls: Fluffy, Gooey, No Mixer Needed!

Discover the Best Cinnamon Rolls that are fluffy, gooey, and perfect for sharing with friends and family.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup warm milk 110°F (not too hot)
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast check expiration date
  • 1/3 cup sugar brown sugar optional
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour weigh for best results
  • 1 teaspoon salt unsalted butter preferred
  • 2 large eggs or ½ cup yogurt for egg-free
  • 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract a little goes a long way

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking pan
  • Kitchen Towel
  • Plastic wrap
  • Oven

Method
 

Basic Steps
  1. Warm 1 cup of milk to about 110°F. Mix with 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast and let rest for 10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk 4 cups of flour, 1/3 cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Pour in yeast mixture, add 2 eggs and 1/4 cup melted butter. Mix until shaggy.
  3. Knead the dough for 10-15 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
  4. Mix 1/2 cup softened butter, 1 cup brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons cinnamon for the filling.
  5. After dough rises, punch it down and roll it into a 16x12 inch rectangle. Spread filling evenly, leaving borders.
  6. Tightly roll dough from the long end and slice into 12-15 equal pieces. Place rolls in a greased pan.
  7. Cover and let rolls rise in a warm place for 30-45 minutes. Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Mix frosting ingredients and spread generously over warm rolls after cooling for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use unsweetened dental floss for cutting rolls for cleaner edges. Seal leftovers in an airtight container for freshness.

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