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 water (110°F to 115°F) and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast, milk, melted butter, and eggs.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until the dough comes together, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare Filling
In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
- 6
Prepare Butter
Melt the unsalted butter and set aside to cool slightly.
Assembly and Baking
- 7
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 16x24 inches).
- 8
- 9
Roll and Cut
Roll the dough tightly from the long side, then slice into 12 equal pieces.
- 10
Second Rise
Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- 11
Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Frosting Preparation
- 12
Prepare Frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.
