Cinnamon Roll Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Frosting
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm milk (about 110°F) with granulated sugar and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, salt, and the yeast mixture. Mix well.
- 3
- 4
Knead Dough
Gradually add the remaining flour, kneading the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Prepare Filling
In a medium bowl, mix together brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Melt the butter and set aside.
Assembling Cinnamon Rolls
- 7
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, transfer it to a floured surface and roll it into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- 8
- 9
Roll and Cut
Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces.
- 10
Second Rise
Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Baking
- 11
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 12
Bake Rolls
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.
Frosting Preparation
- 13
Make Frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
Serving
- 14
Frost and Serve
Once the rolls are cool, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top. Serve warm.