Cream Cheese Cinnamon Rolls
Indulge in the irresistible delight of warm, fluffy cream cheese cinnamon rolls, swirled with rich cinnamon and sugar, and topped with a velvety cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup milk, warmed around 110°F
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 large egg
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Filling
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons milk to desired consistency
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk with the granulated sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add the softened butter, egg, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until the dough begins to form.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, covering it with a clean towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes.
- While the dough rises, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle, about ¼ inch thick.
- Spread the softened butter over the rolled-out dough, and then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top.
- Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly to form a log. Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 12 equal rolls.
- Place the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish, cover them, and let them rise for another 15 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- While the rolls are baking, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
- Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool slightly before generously applying the cream cheese frosting.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. They can be frozen for up to 2 months. To reheat, microwave for 10-15 seconds or warm in the oven.