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Platter of freshly baked cinnamon rolls with white icing

Proven way to grow 4 Cinnamon Rolls

These cinnamon rolls are designed for a delicious, fluffy outcome, providing a delightful treat with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. This recipe yields four generous cinnamon rolls, ideal for a small gathering or a special breakfast.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup milk, warm
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 egg
Filling
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
Icing
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tbsp milk

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish (8x8 inch)
  • Rolling pin

Method
 

Making the Dough
  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt, then in a separate bowl, whisk warm milk, melted butter, and egg.
  2. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
Assembling the Rolls
  1. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12x8 inch rectangle.
  2. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then spread softened butter over the dough and sprinkle with the sugar mixture.
  3. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge, then cut into 4 equal pieces.
Baking and Icing
  1. Place the rolls in a greased 8x8 inch baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), then bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  3. While rolls cool, whisk together powdered sugar, softened cream cheese, and milk until smooth.
  4. Spread the icing over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the filling. If you don't have a warm place for rising, preheat your oven to its lowest setting for a few minutes, turn it off, and then place the covered dough inside.