Homemade Cinnamon Roll Delight

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Homemade Cinnamon Roll Delight

Yield 9-12

Author Sweet Temptations

Prep time

25 Min

Rise Time

1 Hour

Second Rise

30 Min

Bake Time

20 Min

Cool Time

10 Min

Total time

2 H & 25 M

This Homemade Cinnamon Roll Delight is everything you want in a cozy, bakery-style treat—soft, fluffy rolls with a buttery cinnamon-sugar swirl in every bite. After a simple rise, the dough gets rolled, filled, sliced, and baked until golden, then finished with a creamy vanilla cream cheese glaze that melts into the warm layers. Perfect for weekend mornings, holiday brunch, or anytime you’re craving a sweet, comforting bake.

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Ingredients

For the Dough

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp instant yeast
• 1/2 cup milk
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg

For the Filling

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 8 oz cream cheese (Philadelphia), softened
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Warm the Milk Mixture: In a small saucepan, warm the milk with the yeast and sugar until warm (not boiling). Remove from heat.
2. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add the egg, then pour in the warm milk mixture. Stir until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
4. First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.
6. Roll Out Dough: Punch down the dough, then roll into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
7. Add Filling: Spread filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
8. Roll and Slice: Roll tightly into a log and pinch the seam to seal. Slice into 9 or 12 equal pieces.
9. Second Rise: Place rolls in a greased baking dish, leaving a little space between each. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
10. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Make the Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, softened cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth.
12. Glaze and Serve: Cool rolls for a few minutes, then drizzle glaze over the warm rolls. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

1. Warm the milk gently: It should be warm, not hot—too hot can stop the yeast from working.
2. Don’t over-flour the dough: A soft, slightly tacky dough makes softer rolls (add flour a little at a time).
3. Roll the dough evenly: Keeping the rectangle an even thickness helps the rolls bake at the same speed.
4. Roll tightly for pretty swirls: A snug log gives you clean spirals and helps the rolls hold their shape.
5. Don’t overbake: Pull them when they’re golden and set—overbaking dries them out fast.
6. Soften cream cheese for smooth glaze: Room-temp cream cheese mixes up lump-free and spreads/drizzles much easier.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

524

Fat

24 g

Sat. Fat

15 g

Carbs

71 g

Fiber

3 g

Net carbs

68 g

Sugar

38 g

Protein

8 g

Sodium

231 mg

Cholesterol

85 mg

Nutrition & Allergen: Information is provided for general guidance only and may not be accurate. Actual values can vary based on ingredients, preparation methods, and sources. Always check product labels and consult your health professional if you have dietary concerns.

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