Homemade Cinnamon Rolls with Creamy Frosting

Immerse yourself in the joy of baking with this delightful recipe for homemade cinnamon rolls, complete with a dreamy, creamy frosting. This recipe promises a deliciously sweet and cinnamon-filled treat.

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 1/2 cups milk (360 ml / 12 oz)
• 6 TBS unsalted butter (90 g / 3 oz)
• 1/3 cup sugar (70 g / 2.5 oz)
• 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 large egg yolk, beaten
• 5 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (630 g / 22.5 oz)
• 3/4 tsp salt

For the Cinnamon Filling:

• 1.5 cups light brown sugar (300 g / 11 oz)
• 2-3 tsp ground cinnamon
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (175 g / 6 oz)

For the Frosting:

• 1 cup powdered sugar (125 g / 4 oz)
• 1-3 TBS water

Instructions:

1. Prepare Baking Sheet:
   • Line a half-sized baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Make Dough:
   • Heat milk, butter, and sugar in a saucepan until butter melts and sugar dissolves. Cool slightly.
   • In a mixer bowl, combine milk mixture, 2 cups flour, egg, egg yolk, yeast, and salt.
   • Gradually add remaining flour, kneading with a dough hook for 5 minutes. Let it rise until doubled (1-2 hours).
3. Prepare Filling:
   • Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter. Set aside.
4. Assemble Rolls:
   • Roll dough on a floured surface into a 13″ x 18″ rectangle.
   • Spread filling evenly, roll up tightly, and cut into 12 slices.
   • Place slices on the prepared pan, cut side up, and let rise for 2 hours.
5. Baking:
   • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes.
6. Make Frosting:
   • Mix powdered sugar and water to create frosting.
7. Finishing Touches:
   • Drizzle frosting over warm cinnamon rolls.

Enjoy the heavenly taste of these cinnamon rolls, perfect for a cozy breakfast or a sweet treat. The soft, gooey centers combined with the luscious frosting make for an unforgettable homemade delight. 🍽️👩‍🍳