Description
Quick and Easy Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for lazy mornings or special brunch gatherings. These delightful rolls are filled with sweet cinnamon and sugar, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that takes them over the top. With minimal effort, you can create soft, gooey treats that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Get ready to fill your home with the warm aroma of baking cinnamon rolls that are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup brown sugar
- Cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Warm 1 cup of milk until lukewarm. In a bowl, mix with 2 tablespoons of sugar and sprinkle 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast on top. Let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 cups of flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add the yeast mixture and 1/4 cup softened butter. Mix until combined.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5–7 minutes until elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm area until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Roll out dough into a rectangle (1/4 inch thick). Spread with remaining butter, then sprinkle with brown sugar mixed with cinnamon.
- Roll tightly into a log and slice into 12 pieces. Place on greased baking sheets to rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. Top with cream cheese frosting if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (75g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For variations, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts to the filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days; reheat in the microwave for fresh-baked taste.