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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate comfort food, featuring a soft, fluffy dough filled with a sweet cinnamon mixture and topped with creamy frosting. These delectable rolls are perfect for family gatherings or cozy brunches, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that creates lasting memories. Easy to make and utterly satisfying, they promise to delight everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix warm milk with yeast and a pinch of sugar; let stand for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Create a well; add melted butter and yeast mixture. Mix until combined.
  3. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about an hour until doubled in size.
  5. For the filling, combine brown sugar and cinnamon with softened butter until smooth.
  6. Roll out risen dough into a rectangle (¼ inch thick), spread filling evenly, roll tightly into a log and slice into pieces.
  7. Place cut rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Mix cream cheese with powdered sugar until creamy; frost warm rolls generously before serving.

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Keywords: - Ensure your yeast is fresh for best results. - Add nuts or dried fruit to the filling for extra texture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat before serving.

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