Certainly! Here’s a classic Cinnamon Rolls recipe that yields soft, fluffy rolls with a sweet cinnamon filling and cream cheese icing:
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
For the Cinnamon Filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Icing:
- 4 oz (1/2 cup) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Activate Yeast:
- In a bowl, combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2. Prepare Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the frothy yeast mixture, melted butter, sugar, salt, and eggs.
- Gradually add in the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
3. First Rise:
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until it doubles in size.
4. Roll Out the Dough:
- Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle, about 16×20 inches.
5. Add Filling:
- Spread softened butter over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Mix brown sugar and ground cinnamon, then sprinkle it evenly over the butter.
6. Roll and Cut:
- Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log.
- Cut the log into 12 equal slices.
7. Second Rise:
- Place the slices in a greased baking dish. Cover and let them rise for an additional 30-45 minutes.
8. Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
9. Bake:
- Bake the cinnamon rolls for 25-30 minutes or until they are golden brown.
10. Make Icing:
- While the rolls are baking, prepare the cream cheese icing by beating together cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
11. Ice the Rolls:
- Once the cinnamon rolls are out of the oven, let them cool slightly, and then spread the cream cheese icing over the top.
12. Serve:
- Enjoy warm and fresh!
These homemade cinnamon rolls are a delightful treat for breakfast or any time you’re craving something sweet. Adjust the filling or icing to your liking!