Old School Cinnamon Rolls Easy and Yummy
Indulge in the nostalgic comfort of homemade "Old School Cinnamon Rolls Easy and Yummy." This classic recipe delivers soft, pillowy rolls swirled with a rich, buttery cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting. With a straightforward process, including simple kneading and rising steps, these cinnamon rolls are perfect for bakers of all levels. The use of common pantry ingredients like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla ensures you can whip these up without extra trips to the store. Ready in just 30 minutes of prep time, these heavenly rolls are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat anytime. Serve them warm straight from the oven for maximum indulgence! Keywords: homemade cinnamon rolls, classic recipe, cream cheese frosting, easy baking, soft and fluffy rolls.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) Active dry yeast
- 0.25 cup Warm water
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons Milk (for frosting)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over low heat until the butter melts. Remove from heat and let cool to lukewarm.
In a small bowl, combine warm water and granulated sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lukewarm milk mixture, yeast mixture, eggs, salt, and 3 1/2 cups of flour. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, adding the remaining flour as needed until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
Spread the softened butter evenly over the rolled-out dough.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together. Sprinkle the mixture over the buttered dough.
Tightly roll up the dough starting from the long edge, then cut the roll into 12 even slices.
Place the slices in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Cover with a towel and let rise for 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
While the rolls bake, prepare the frosting by beating the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk together until smooth.
Spread the frosting over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.6 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.3 g | 522% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 838 mg | 279% | |
| Sodium | 1866 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 713.3 g | 259% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.7 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 326.9 g | ||
| Protein | 82.4 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 864 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 27.2 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 1597 mg | 34% | |
*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.
