Description
These Copycat Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls are irresistibly soft and topped with cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
- Add sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt. Gradually mix in flour until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should feel slightly tacky but not sticky. Place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll the risen dough into a large rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick. Spread softened butter evenly across the surface, then generously sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over it.
- Roll the dough tightly from the long side to form a log. Slice into 12 even rolls using a sharp knife or unflavored dental floss for clean cuts. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let them rise again for 30–45 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes until lightly golden on top. The centers should be soft but fully cooked.
- Beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth and creamy. Spread generously over warm rolls so the frosting melts into every swirl.
Notes
- This final step is what makes these Copycat Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls truly irresistible.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg