Whole Wheat Super Cinnamon Rolls
Start your morning on a wholesome and indulgent note with these Whole Wheat Super Cinnamon Rolls! Crafted with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, these golden-brown spirals are packed with a gooey cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfectly soft and fluffy, these rolls offer the comforting sweetness you crave while adding a hearty, nutrient-rich twist. Ready in just about two hours, they’re an ideal treat for elevating breakfast, brunch, or any special occasion. Serve warm and watch them disappear—your family will beg for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 cup Milk
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for filling)
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Milk (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, warm 1 cup of milk over low heat until it reaches 110°F (warm but not hot to the touch). Remove from heat and stir in 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter until melted.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine 3 cups of whole wheat flour, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 2.25 teaspoons of instant yeast, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
With the mixer on low, pour the warm milk-butter mixture into the dry ingredients. Add in 2 large eggs and mix until a dough forms, about 2-3 minutes.
Increase the mixer speed to medium and knead for 6-8 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and slightly sticky. If needed, add more whole wheat flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Form the dough into a ball and place it into a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Meanwhile, prepare the filling by combining 3/4 cup brown sugar and 1.5 tablespoons ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and set aside.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Roll it into a 12x18-inch rectangle.
Brush the melted butter evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges. Sprinkle the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture over the butter.
Starting from the long edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal and cut into 12 equal rolls using a sharp knife or dental floss.
Place the rolls into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise for 30-45 minutes, or until puffy.
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool for 10 minutes.
To make the frosting, beat 4 ounces of softened cream cheese with 1.5 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Spread the frosting over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4727 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 180.7 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.0 g | 510% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 821 mg | 274% | |
| Sodium | 3043 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 722.1 g | 263% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.3 g | 198% | |
| Total Sugars | 352.4 g | ||
| Protein | 93.6 g | 187% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 892 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 23.5 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 2618 mg | 56% | |
*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.
