Handmade Pastries - Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Preparation Directions

1. 1

   Make the Dough

   In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In a saucepan, heat milk and butter until warm. Add to flour mixture along with eggs. Mix until a dough forms.

2. 2

   Knead the Dough

   Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

3. 3

   Prepare the Filling

   In a bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.

4. 4

   Roll Out the Dough

   After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.

5. 5

   Add the Filling

   Spread softened butter on the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the surface.

6. 6

   Roll and Cut

   Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut it into 12 equal pieces. Place them in a greased baking dish.

7. 7

   Second Rise

   Cover the rolls and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.

8. 8

   Bake

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

9. 9

   Make the Frosting

   While the rolls are baking, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.

10. 10

    Frost the Rolls

    Once the rolls are baked and slightly cooled, spread the frosting over the top.