The Best Cinnamon Rolls
The best cinnamon rolls are soft, gooey, and topped with rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for Christmas morning or weekend brunch, these bakery-style rolls are a sweet dream come true!
- Prep Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (includes rise time)
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 cinnamon rolls
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Holiday Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Dough:
1 cup milk (heated to 110°F)
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
1 large egg, room temperature
2 tablespoons melted butter, divided
4 tablespoons granulated sugar
½ teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour (plus 2–4 tablespoons as needed)
For the Filling:
6 tablespoons softened butter
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
4 tablespoons softened butter
4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Make the Dough:
In a large bowl, whisk together warm milk, yeast, egg, 1 tablespoon melted butter, granulated sugar, and salt.
Stir in 3 cups flour until combined, then add additional flour 1 tablespoon at a time until the dough is no longer sticky.
Knead by hand for about 3 minutes.
Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
2. Make the Filling:
In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until combined. Set aside.
3. Shape the Rolls:
Lightly flour a surface and roll the dough into a 17×10-inch rectangle.
Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
Roll the dough lengthwise into a log and cut into 8 equal rolls using dental floss or a sharp knife.
4. Second Rise:
Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
5. Bake:
Brush tops with the remaining 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until lightly golden.
Let cool for 15 minutes before frosting.
6. Make the Frosting:
Beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
Add vanilla and powdered sugar, mixing until creamy and fluffy.
7. Frost and Serve:
Spread frosting over slightly warm cinnamon rolls and enjoy fresh!
Notes
Make Ahead: You can prep the rolls the night before and bake the next morning.
Flour Tip: Add just enough extra flour to keep the dough from sticking — it should be soft, not stiff.
Serving Suggestion: Serve warm with coffee or hot chocolate for a festive brunch.
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