Indulge in these decadent and oversized cinnamon rolls that are perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat any time of the day. These cinnamon rolls are fluffy, filled with a gooey cinnamon sugar mixture, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Filling: 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
- Frosting: 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add sugar, melted butter, eggs, salt, and flour. Mix until dough comes together.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Roll the dough out into a large rectangle and spread softened butter on top.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle evenly over the dough.
- Roll up the dough tightly and cut into 12 equal pieces.
- Place rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- While the rolls are baking, beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla for the frosting.
- Spread frosting on warm cinnamon rolls and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
You can add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling for extra flavor.
These oversized cinnamon rolls are perfect for special occasions or lazy weekend mornings.
Leftover cinnamon rolls can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the microwave.
The cream cheese frosting adds a creamy and tangy contrast to the sweet cinnamon filling.