Cinnabon-Inspired Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
These cinnamon rolls are inspired by the famous Cinnabon recipe, featuring a soft, sweet dough filled with cinnamon and sugar, topped with a creamy icing.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk warmed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened (for filling)
- 1 cup powdered sugar for icing
- 2 tbsp cream cheese softened (for icing)
- 2-3 tbsp milk for icing
Instructions
- Combine warm milk with active dry yeast and let sit until frothy.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Make a well and add melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and yeast mixture.
- Mix until a sticky dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour until doubled.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter, and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll the dough tightly from one edge and slice into 12 equal pieces.
- Arrange rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare icing by whisking powdered sugar, cream cheese, and milk until smooth.
- Cool rolls for 10 minutes, then drizzle icing over warm rolls.
Notes
For best results, ensure the milk is warm but not hot when activating the yeast.