Homemade Cream Cheese Cinnamon Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Rolls
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1 cup milk, heated to 110 degrees F
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2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
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1 large egg, room temperature
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2 Tbsp melted butter, divided
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4 Tbsp granulated sugar
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1/2 tsp salt
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3 cups all-purpose flour, plus 2-4 tbsp
→ Filling
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6 Tbsp softened butter
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
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4 Tbsp softened butter
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4 oz softened cream cheese
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup powdered sugar
# Instructions:
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Whisk warm milk, yeast, egg, 1 Tbsp melted butter, sugar, and salt. Mix in flour until no longer sticky. Knead 3 minutes. Cover and let rise 1 hour.
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Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until combined.
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Roll dough to 17x10 rectangle. Spread filling, roll lengthwise, cut into 8 rolls using dental floss.
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Place rolls in 9x13 pan, cover and rise 30 minutes. Brush with remaining butter. Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes. Cool 15 minutes.
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Beat butter, cream cheese, and vanilla. Slowly mix in powdered sugar until combined.
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Spread frosting over slightly warm rolls.
# Notes:
01 -
Best served warm
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Perfect for Christmas morning
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Can be prepared ahead