Cinnamon Roll Recipe

Instructions

1. 01

   Grease a 9 x13 dish and set aside.

2. 02

   Combine warm water, yeast, and 1 teaspoon of white sugar in a small bowl. Let the mixture rest for 7 to 10 minutes or until it becomes foamy*.

3. 03

   In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, butter, remaining white sugar, and salt. Heat the mixture to 120 to 130°F with a thermometer.

4. 04

   Attach a dough hook to a stand mixer and add 2 cups of flour. Add the eggs, warm milk mixture, and the yeast mixture. Mix on medium-low speed until combined.

5. 05

   Turn the mixer to medium speed and add the flour, ½ cup at a time, until the dough forms a soft ball that pulls away from the sides of the bowl. You may not need all of the flour.

6. 06

   Remove the dough from the bowl and knead it on a lightly floured surface until it is smooth and elastic (about 8 minutes).

7. 07

   Grease a large bowl and add the dough. Lightly cover it with a kitchen towel and let it rest in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.

8. 08

   Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, and with a rolling pin, roll it out into a 15 x 12-inch rectangle.

9. 09

   Spread butter on the dough and sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon on top. Roll the dough tightly, starting on the long side. Using a sharp knife or dental floss, cut the log into 15 even pieces and place them in the prepared pan.

10. 10

    Cover rolls with a kitchen towel and let them rise for 30 to 45 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.

11. 11

    Brush rolls with milk if desired and bake for 20-25 minutes.

12. 12

    To prepare the frosting, while the rolls are baking, combine powdered sugar, cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and salt with a hand mixer until fluffy.

13. 13

    Allow rolls to cool for about 10-15 minutes and spread frosting on warm rolls.