Perfect Classic Cinnamon Rolls

180min

12servings

550cal

😰

Hardlevel

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Equipment

Mixing Bowl

Stand Mixer

Rolling Pin

Sharp Knife

9x13 Baking Dish

Oven

Aluminum Foil

Ingredients

Dough

Milk240 ml

Granulated Sugar50 g

Active Dry Yeast7 g

Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream120 g

Salted Butter (softened)60 g

softened

Eggs2 pcs

Vanilla Bean Paste or Extract10 ml

Bread Flour550 g

Salt10 g

Filling

Light Brown Sugar200 g

Ground Cinnamon25 g

Salted Butter (melted)85 g

melted

To Bake

Heavy Cream120 ml

Cream Cheese Frosting

Cream Cheese (softened)225 g

softened

Salted Butter (softened)85 g

softened

Powdered Sugar350 g

Vanilla Bean Paste or Extract10 ml

Instructions

Activate Yeast

Warm milk to 43°C (110°F). In a small bowl, combine warm milk, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

⏱ 10 min🌡 43°C

💡 Milk should be warm but not hot - too hot kills yeast.

Mix Dough

In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine activated yeast mixture, Greek yogurt or sour cream, softened butter, eggs, vanilla, bread flour, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.

⏱ 10 min

Knead Dough

Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1.5 hours.

⏱ 10 min

💡 Dough should be soft and slightly tacky but not sticky.

Prepare Filling

Mix light brown sugar and cinnamon. Melt butter for spreading.

⏱ 5 min

Roll and Fill

Roll dough into 16x12 inch (40x30 cm) rectangle. Spread melted butter over dough, then sprinkle cinnamon sugar mixture evenly. Roll tightly from long side into a log.

⏱ 10 min

💡 Roll evenly for uniform baking.

Cut Rolls

Cut log into 12 equal pieces using sharp knife or unflavored dental floss. Place in greased 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.

⏱ 5 min

💡 Use floss for clean cuts that preserve filling.

Second Rise

Cover rolls and let rise until puffy, about 45-60 minutes.

⏱ 60 min

Bake Rolls

Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Pour heavy cream over risen rolls. Bake at 175°C for 25 minutes, then increase to 190°C (375°F) for 5-7 minutes until golden.

⏱ 32 min🌡 175°C

💡 Tent with foil if browning too quickly.

Make Frosting

Beat softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and spreadable.

⏱ 5 min

💡 Frost while rolls are warm so it melts into swirls.

Frost and Serve

Spread frosting over warm rolls. Serve immediately.

⏱ 2 min

💡 Best enjoyed warm with coffee.

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