Ingredients:
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
4 to 4-1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
Filling:
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted, divided
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Frosting:
1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
How To Make Homemade Cinnamon Rolls:
Warm milk should be used to dissolve the yeast. In a separate bowl, cream the sugar, butter, eggs, salt, yeast mixture, and 2 cups of flour on medium speed until smooth. Stir in enough of the remaining flour to make a soft dough (dough will be sticky).
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased mixing bowl and turn once to grease the top. Cover and set aside in a warm place to double in size, about 1 hour.
Brown sugar and cinnamon should be combined. Punch down the dough and divide it in half. Roll one portion into an 11×8-inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Brush with two tablespoons of melted butter, then sprinkle with half of the brown sugar mixture to within 1/2 inch of the edges. Start with a long side and roll up jelly-roll style; pinch seam to seal. Cut into eight slices and place cut side down in a greased 13×9-inch baking dish. Wrap in a kitchen towel. Repeat same with the rest of the dough and filling. Allow rising in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled—preheat the oven to 350oF.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool down on wire racks.
To make the frosting, cream the butter, cream cheese, vanilla, and salt until smooth; gradually add the confectioners’ sugar. Distribute over the tops. Refrigerate any leftovers.
Best Cinnamon Roll Tips
- Check to see if your almond milk is at room temperature.
- Allow the dough to rise in a warm place.
- Drizzle with the glaze when the rolls are still warm but not hot.
- Make them ahead of time!
