Quick and Easy Cinnamon Rolls
Delightful cinnamon rolls with a sweet filling and creamy frosting, perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (divided)
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup water Use warm water for better yeast activation.
- ¾ cup milk Use warm milk for better yeast activation.
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter Softened.
Cinnamon Filling
- ¾ cup brown sugar Packed.
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 5 tablespoons salted butter Softened.
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 4 ounces cream cheese Softened.
- 3 tablespoons salted butter Softened.
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup half & half
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Spray a 9 x 13 x 2-inch baking pan with pan spray and set it aside.
- In a bowl, mix together 2 cups of flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the egg, water, milk, and softened unsalted butter.
- Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Slowly add the remaining flour until you form a soft dough.
- Knead the dough for a few minutes until it is smooth. Let it rest for about 10 minutes.
Filling and Baking
- Roll the dough into a rectangle shape. Spread the softened salted butter over the surface.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly over the butter.
- Roll the dough tightly and slice it into pieces. Place them in the prepared pan.
- Let the rolls rise for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the rolls for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Cream Cheese Frosting
- While the rolls are baking, beat the softened cream cheese and salted butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, half-and-half, and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy.
- Spread the frosting over warm cinnamon rolls once they are out of the oven.
Notes
Store leftover cinnamon rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm them in the oven or microwave until soft.