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Bakery-Style Cinnamon Rolls

Ultimate Bakery-Style Cinnamon Rolls for Gooey Perfection

These Bakery-Style Cinnamon Rolls deliver a comforting aroma and a gooey center that rivals any pastry shop treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Bakery
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Milk Between 105-115°F
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Essential for dough rise
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Feeds yeast
  • 1 large Egg Adds richness
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Provides moisture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Gives structure
For the Filling
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter (softened) Helps create filling
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar (packed) Imparts sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon Defines flavor
For the Gooey Secret
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream or Whole Milk Key for moist center
For the Frosting
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese (softened) Essential for creamy frosting
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter (softened) Adds richness to frosting
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens frosting
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Offers flavor depth
  • 1-2 tablespoons Milk or Cream To adjust consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking pan
  • Rolling Pin
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Stand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and a pinch of granulated sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add granulated sugar, egg, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until combined. Gradually incorporate flour and salt until shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-1.5 hours until doubled.
  5. Prepare filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
  6. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread the filling over it. Roll tightly into a cylinder and slice into 9-12 equal rolls.
  7. Place rolls in a greased pan, cover, and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  8. Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  9. Pour warm cream over rolls immediately after baking and let absorb for 5 minutes.
  10. Beat cream cheese and butter, add powdered sugar and vanilla, and mix until smooth. Adjust with milk or cream, frost the rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Follow the expert tips for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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