Cinnamon Rolls

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
• 1 cup milk, warm
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup ground cinnamon
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
2. 2.Add milk, butter, and eggs and mix until a soft dough forms.
3. 3.Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes, then let it rest for 10 minutes.
4. 4.Roll out the dough into a rectangle, then sprinkle cinnamon and brown sugar on top.
5. 5.Roll the dough tightly, then cut into 12 even slices.
6. 6.Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for 30 minutes.
7. 7.Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. 8.While the rolls are baking, make the cream cheese frosting by beating together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
9. 9.Spread the frosting on top of the warm cinnamon rolls and serve.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor a fun twist, add raisins, nuts, or chopped apples to the cinnamon filling.
• chevron_rightIf you don't have cream cheese, try making a simple vanilla glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.