These ooey gooey breakfast rolls are a mouthwatering delight that will make your mornings more enjoyable. Made with a soft and fluffy dough, filled with a sweet and gooey cinnamon sugar mixture, and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, these rolls are perfect for a special weekend breakfast or brunch. The aroma of freshly baked rolls will fill your kitchen, making everyone excited to dig in. With just a few simple ingredients and some patience, you can easily create these decadent treats at home. Enjoy the sweet and sticky goodness in every bite!
Ingredients
- For the dough:
- - 2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- - 1/2 teaspoon salt
- - 2 and 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
- - 1/2 cup milk
- - 1/4 cup water
- - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- - 1 large egg
- For the filling:
- - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- - 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- For the cream cheese glaze:
- - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- - 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- - 1 cup powdered sugar
- - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- - 2-3 tablespoons milk
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Set aside.
- In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water, and butter over low heat until the butter is melted. Remove from heat and let it cool to about 110°F (43°C).
- Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients. Add the egg and stir until the dough comes together.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Meanwhile, prepare the filling by combining the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Mix well until creamy and smooth.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle, about 12x16 inches.
- Spread the cinnamon sugar filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Starting from the long side, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal-sized rolls.
- Place the rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the rolls are baking, prepare the cream cheese glaze by beating together the softened butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the warm rolls.
- Serve the ooey gooey breakfast rolls warm and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The origin of cinnamon rolls dates back to Sweden in the 1920s when a baker invented the recipe and called them 'kanelbulle'.
Cinnamon rolls are often associated with special occasions like Christmas or Easter breakfasts in many cultures.
In the United States, cinnamon rolls became widespread during the 1950s when refrigerated dough was introduced, making it easier for home bakers to create these delicious treats.
Adding a touch of lemon zest to the cream cheese glaze can give the rolls a refreshing twist.
You can customize the filling by adding chopped nuts or raisins for extra flavor and texture.
Leftover rolls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature and reheated for a quick and indulgent breakfast the next day.