Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Icing
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm milk (around 110°F) with the active dry yeast and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Mix well.
- 3
- 4
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First 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 small bowl, mix together brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
- 7
Prepare Butter
Melt the butter for the filling and set aside.
Assembly
- 8
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 16x12 inches).
- 9
- 10
Roll and Cut
Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces.
- 11
Second Rise
Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Baking
- 12
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 13
Bake Rolls
Bake the rolls for about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Icing Preparation
- 14
Mix Icing
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Serving
- 15
Serve Rolls
Once the rolls are baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls before serving.