The Best Cinnamon Rolls Made Easy for Your Weekend Brunch
The Best Cinnamon Rolls are fluffy, sweet, and perfect for a weekend brunch with family and friends.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- In a bowl, mix warm milk and sugar until dissolved.
- Add yeast and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Add melted butter, eggs, and yeast mixture to the flour and mix well.
- Knead the dough for 5 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
- Roll the dough out on a floured surface, spread with butter, and sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar.
- Roll up tightly and cut into rolls.
- Place in a greased baking dish and let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes.
- Top with cream cheese frosting before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling.
- Serve warm for the best experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, brunch, pastry