Description
These Easy One Hour Cinnamon Rolls are a quick and delicious homemade treat featuring soft, fluffy dough rolled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar filling, baked to golden perfection, and topped with a creamy cream cheese glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert, these rolls deliver ooey gooey satisfaction in just about an hour.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Filling Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Glaze Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Add the warm milk, melted butter, and egg, stirring until the mixture is smooth. Gradually add the remaining flour until the dough comes together into a soft and workable ball.
- Knead the Dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rest for 10 minutes to relax.
- Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, packed brown sugar, and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create an even cinnamon-sugar filling.
- Roll and Fill the Dough: Roll the rested dough out into a 12×15-inch rectangle. Evenly spread the cinnamon filling over the surface of the dough. Carefully roll the dough tightly from one long edge to form a log shape, then cut into 12 evenly sized rolls.
- Proof the Rolls: Arrange the cinnamon rolls in a greased baking dish, cover them, and allow them to rise for 15 minutes while you preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls turn golden brown on top and are cooked through.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the rolls bake, blend the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy to make the glaze.
- Glaze and Serve: When the cinnamon rolls come out of the oven, drizzle the cream cheese glaze evenly over the warm rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy the ooey gooey goodness!
Notes
- The dough rises quickly in this recipe, so the total time is just about one hour, perfect for a quick homemade treat.
- Make sure the milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
- If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the sugar in the filling or glaze.
- For easier cutting, chill the rolled log briefly before slicing.
- These cinnamon rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 2 days.
