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Warm freshly baked cinnamon rolls in a baking dish covered in dripping white cream cheese icing
american Medium breakfast

Soft Glazed Cinnamon Rolls

Fluffy, pillowy yeast dough swirled with rich brown sugar cinnamon butter and smothered in silky cream cheese frosting.

Prep
30 min
Cook
25 min
Total
120 min (includes rising)
Servings
12

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let stand 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add eggs, softened butter, salt, and half the flour. Mix with dough hook, gradually adding remaining flour until a soft, elastic dough forms. Knead for 7 minutes.
  3. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Roll dough out on a floured surface into a 30x45 cm rectangle.
  5. Spread softened butter evenly across dough. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle generously over butter.
  6. Tightly roll dough from the long edge into a log. Cut into 12 equal slices using unflavored dental floss or a sharp knife.
  7. Arrange rolls in a greased 23x33 cm baking pan. Cover and let rise 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until light golden brown.
  9. Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until fluffy. Spread generously over warm rolls.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Essential Tips

  • Using clean dental floss slices through rolls cleanly without squishing the spiral
  • Pouring 60 ml warm heavy cream over the rolls right before baking makes them ultra gooey
  • Frost while rolls are still warm so the icing seeps between layers

⭐ Why This Recipe Works

  • Unbelievably soft, bakery-style pull-apart texture
  • Gooey caramelized brown sugar cinnamon spiral
  • Decadent cream cheese frosting melts into every crevice
  • Can be prepared the night before for easy holiday mornings

🔄 Delicious Variations

  • Add 80 g toasted chopped pecans to the filling
  • Add orange zest to the cream cheese icing for a citrus twist
  • Drizzle with warm salted caramel sauce

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these overnight?
Yes! Complete through step 7, cover pan tightly and refrigerate overnight. Let come to room temp for 45 minutes before baking.
Why are my rolls tough?
Too much flour during rolling or overbaking can cause dryness. Measure flour accurately.
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