Crazy Cinnamon Rolls
Get ready to indulge in pure comfort food bliss with these Crazy Cinnamon Rolls! This irresistible recipe takes classic cinnamon rolls to the next level with a luxurious cream cheese layer nestled beneath a fragrant brown sugar and cinnamon filling. Soft, fluffy, and sinfully gooey, these homemade rolls are generously drizzled with heavy cream before baking for added richness, then finished with a velvety vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a decadent treat any time of day, these made-from-scratch cinnamon rolls will have your kitchen smelling heavenly and your taste buds begging for more. With simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions, this recipe ensures bakery-quality results every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.3333 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Butter, unsalted
- 1 piece Egg, large
- 1 cup Packed brown sugar
- 2.5 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 4 ounces Cream cheese (for the filling)
- 0.3333 cup Heavy cream (for drizzling)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar (for the glaze)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Milk (for the glaze)
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, granulated sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
2. Heat the milk and butter in a small saucepan over low heat until warm but not hot to the touch (about 110°F/45°C).
3. Add the warm milk mixture and the egg to the flour mixture. Stir until combined.
4. Gradually add the remaining 2 cups of flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms.
5. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, knead with a stand mixer using the dough hook attachment for 5-7 minutes.
6. Place the dough in a greased mixing bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
7. While the dough rises, prepare the filling by combining the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside.
8. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out onto a floured surface into a large rectangle, approximately 16x12 inches.
9. Spread the cream cheese in a thin layer across the dough. Sprinkle evenly with the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture, leaving a 1-inch border along one of the long edges.
10. Starting with the long side closest to you, tightly roll the dough into a jelly roll shape. Pinch the seam to seal.
11. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces and place spiral-side-up into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
12. Cover the dish loosely with plastic wrap and let the rolls rise for another 30-40 minutes, or until they are puffy and touching each other.
13. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Once the rolls have risen, pour the heavy cream evenly over the tops of the rolls for extra gooeyness.
14. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through. Let them cool slightly.
15. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to create the glaze. Drizzle it generously over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4784 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.8 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.2 g | 391% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 549 mg | 183% | |
| Sodium | 3017 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 829.8 g | 302% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 440.0 g | ||
| Protein | 77.7 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 1006 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 27.6 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 1636 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
