Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe {Copycat Cinnabon Recipe}
Indulge in the heavenly aroma and warm flavors of our Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe, inspired by the beloved Cinnabon! These gooey, soft cinnamon rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful treat any time of day. With a buttery dough enveloping a luscious cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with rich cream cheese icing, they’re sure to impress family and friends alike. Baking these from scratch not only fills your home with mouthwatering scents but also offers the satisfaction of creating something truly special. Follow our simple instructions for an easy yet rewarding baking experience that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 tbsp butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 4 cups flour
- 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- â…“ cup softened butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 tbsp cinnamon
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup cream cheese
- ½ tsp vanilla
- â…› tsp salt
Instructions
- Dissolve yeast in warm milk; let sit until frothy.
- In a bowl, mix sugar, softened butter, salt, eggs, and flour until combined.
- Combine mixtures and use a stand mixer to knead until smooth.
- Let dough rise in an oiled bowl for about 1 hour or until doubled.
- Roll out dough to about 16×12 inches; spread filling over it evenly.
- Roll tightly into a log and cut into slices about 1½ inches thick.
- Place rolls in an oiled pan and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for approximately 20 minutes until golden.
- Prepare icing while baking; mix all ingredients until fluffy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (90g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg