Cinnamon Roll Recipe
sweet cream glaze, fresh strawberries
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Glaze
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, warm the milk to about 110°F (43°C). Sprinkle the yeast and a teaspoon of sugar over the milk. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture and eggs. Mix until combined.
- 3
Knead and Rise
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-8 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare Filling
Melt the butter for the filling. In a bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon.
- 5
Roll Out Dough
After the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- 6
Add Filling
Spread the melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly on top.
Rolling and Baking
- 7
Roll and Cut
Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces.
- 8
Bake Rolls
Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Glaze Preparation
- 9
Make the Glaze
In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth.
Serving
- 10
Glaze and Serve
Once the cinnamon rolls are baked and cooled slightly, drizzle the cream glaze over the top. Serve warm with fresh strawberries on the side.
