Honey Cinnamon Buns with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the sweet, comforting flavors of these Honey Cinnamon Buns with Cream Cheese Frosting, a decadent twist on the classic cinnamon roll recipe. Crafted with a soft, pillowy dough infused with rich buttery goodness, these buns are swirled with a luscious filling of brown sugar, honey, and cinnamon for an irresistible caramelized sweetness. Topped with a velvety cream cheese frosting that melts beautifully over the warm rolls, every bite delivers the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Whether you're preparing a show-stopping brunch centerpiece or treating yourself to a special weekend breakfast, this recipe offers an easy-to-follow process with rewarding bakery-quality results. Perfect for cinnamon roll lovers, this recipe will fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas and your heart with warmth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml Whole milk
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 7 grams Active dry yeast
- 80 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 420 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg
- 100 grams Brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 60 ml Honey
- 120 grams Powdered sugar
- 90 grams Cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 15 ml Milk (for frosting)
Instructions
Warm the milk in a small saucepan until it reaches about 43°C (110°F). Transfer to a mixing bowl and stir in the granulated sugar until dissolved. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
Melt 60 grams of butter and let it cool slightly. Add the melted butter, salt, and egg to the yeast mixture. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition, until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, knead with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for 5-6 minutes.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and honey to create the filling.
Roll the dough out into a large rectangle, approximately 30x40 centimeters. Spread 20 grams of softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-honey mixture over the top.
Starting at one long end, roll the dough tightly into a cylinder. Cut into 12 evenly sized pieces and arrange in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the buns for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese and remaining softened butter (20 grams) together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar while mixing, then stir in the vanilla extract and milk to adjust the consistency.
Spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm cinnamon buns and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3952 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.0 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.7 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 518 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 2908 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 663.3 g | 241% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 331.6 g | ||
| Protein | 67.9 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 653 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 1391 mg | 30% | |
*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.
