Classic Cinnamon Rolls

 Homemade Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing

Enjoy the softest, fluffiest homemade cinnamon rolls loaded with cinnamon sugar and finished with luscious cream cheese icing. These are a perfect indulgence for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!

Ingredients

Dough:

1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/3 cup melted butter

2 large eggs

4 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

Filling:

1 cup packed brown sugar

2 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

1/3 cup softened butter

Cream Cheese Icing:

6 tablespoons butter, softened

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

1/4 cup cream cheese

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add sugar, melted butter, salt, eggs, and flour. Mix until combined.

Knead: Knead dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.

Roll and Fill: Roll dough into a 16×21-inch rectangle. Spread with softened butter, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mixture. Roll tightly and cut into 12 rolls.

Second Rise: Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for about 30 minutes until nearly doubled.

Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Make Icing: Beat butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth and creamy.

Serve: Spread icing over warm rolls and enjoy immediately!

Tips & Storage

For overnight rolls, refrigerate after shaping and rising. Bring to room temp before baking.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temp for 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5.