Homemade Cinnamon Roll Recipe — Soft, Gooey & Perfect
These soft, gooey cinnamon rolls are filled with buttery cinnamon sugar and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. A bakery-style classic perfect for cozy mornings and special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
Ingredients
Dough:
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4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup warm whole milk
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2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
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2 large eggs
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⅓ cup granulated sugar
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½ tsp salt
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⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
Filling:
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¾ cup brown sugar
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2 tbsp ground cinnamon
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⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
Frosting:
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup butter, softened
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1 ½ cups powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
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Add eggs, butter, flour, and salt. Mix and knead for 8 minutes until smooth.
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Let dough rise 1–1.5 hours in a warm place until doubled.
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Mix filling ingredients. Roll dough into rectangle, spread filling, and roll tightly.
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Slice into 12 rolls. Place in greased 9×13 pan. Let rise 30–45 minutes.
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Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes.
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Beat frosting ingredients. Spread over warm rolls.
Notes
Make ahead by refrigerating overnight before final rise. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently.