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Easy Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

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These easy fluffy cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting are a perfect comforting breakfast treat with soft, airy dough and a rich cinnamon filling topped with tangy cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups (440 g) all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk, warmed to about 110°F (43°C)
  • ⅓ cup (75 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup (75 g) unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • ¾ cup (150 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt (for filling)
  • 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 ml) milk (to thin frosting if needed)

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk to about 110°F (43°C), warm but not hot. Mix the milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar in a large bowl. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together flour, remaining sugar, and salt.
  3. Stir in melted butter and eggs to the yeast mixture. Gradually add the flour mix, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until soft and elastic, or knead with a stand mixer dough hook for 6-7 minutes.
  5. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1 ½ hours until doubled in size.
  6. Mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl for the filling.
  7. Punch down the risen dough and roll it on a floured surface into a 16×12 inch rectangle. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.
  8. Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch edges to seal. Cut into 12 equal slices using a sharp knife or dental floss.
  9. Place rolls cut side up in a greased 9×13 inch pan, leaving room to expand. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-28 minutes until golden brown but centers remain soft. Cover with foil if tops brown too fast.
  11. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mix until creamy. Thin with milk if needed.
  12. Spread cream cheese frosting over warm rolls as soon as they come out of the oven.

Notes

Milk temperature is key to activate yeast without killing it. Knead dough until soft and elastic but slightly tacky for fluffiness. Let rolls rise twice for best texture. Use dental floss to cut rolls cleanly. Frost rolls while warm for gooey topping. Dough can be prepared the night before and refrigerated for slow rise.

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