Cinnamon Roll Recipe
Indulge in our warm, freshly baked cinnamon roll, swirled with rich cinnamon and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting for the perfect sweet treat.
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
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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 rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
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Prepare the Filling
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon. Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle. Spread softened butter over the dough and sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
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Roll and Cut
Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
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Second Rise
Cover the dish with a towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
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Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
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Prepare the Frosting
While the rolls are baking, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Frost the Rolls
Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool slightly before spreading the cream cheese frosting on top.
