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Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe {Copycat Cinnabon Recipe}

Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe


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  • Author: Megan Harper
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in the delightful sweetness of homemade cinnamon rolls with our Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe, inspired by the beloved Cinnabon. Picture warm, fluffy rolls filled with a luscious blend of cinnamon and brown sugar, all drizzled with a rich cream cheese frosting that melts in your mouth. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels and makes for a wonderful breakfast, brunch, or dessert option. Whether you’re surprising loved ones or treating yourself, these gooey cinnamon rolls will become a staple in your kitchen!


Ingredients

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  • 6 tbsp butter
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup cream cheese
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • â…› tsp salt
  • 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • â…“ cup softened butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 cups flour
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 tbsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk. In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, softened butter, salt, eggs, and flour until combined. Add the milk/yeast mixture and mix well.
  2. Place dough in an oiled bowl to rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  3. Roll out dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.
  4. Mix filling ingredients and spread over the rolled-out dough.
  5. Roll tightly into a log and cut into slices.
  6. Place rolls in an oiled baking dish and let rise again for about 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F; bake for approximately 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Prepare icing while baking by mixing icing ingredients until fluffy.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 290mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg