Making Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls at Home – But Better!
Who doesn’t love a warm, gooey cinnamon roll? They’re the perfect treat for breakfast, dessert, or any time you need a little sweetness in your life!
Today, we’re diving into the art of making the iconic Cinnabon cinnamon rolls, but with a twist that makes them even better.
Get ready to impress your friends and family with this homemade version that’s soft, fluffy, and drizzled with a delightful cream cheese glaze.
Ingredients
- 4 cups (580 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (107 grams) granulated sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon (6 grams) fine sea salt
- 1/3 cup (84 grams) unsalted softened butter
- 1 cup (235 grams) lukewarm whole milk (around 100°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (7 grams) instant yeast
- 2 whole eggs + 1 egg yolk
- 1 cup (225 grams) brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon (14 grams) Muscovado sugar (optional)
- 2 1/2 tablespoons (17 grams) ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup (84 grams) unsalted softened butter (for spreading)
- For the glaze:
- 4 ounces (115 grams) cream cheese
- 3/4 cup (90 grams) powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) whole milk
- Half of a vanilla bean (for flavor)
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
Start with a medium-sized bowl. Add the flour, sugar, and salt.
Mix these dry ingredients together until well combined.
Next, add softened butter and blend it in using two forks or your fingers.
In a separate bowl, combine lukewarm milk and instant yeast, letting it dissolve.
Now, add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients along with the eggs and yolk.
Step 2: Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients on medium-low speed until you have a smooth dough.
If you don’t have a stand mixer, you can knead the dough by hand for about a minute.
Once kneaded, form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl.
Cover it with a damp towel and let it rise for 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
While waiting, let’s prepare the cinnamon sugar filling!
Step 3: Make the Cinnamon Sugar Filling
In a bowl, mix brown sugar, Muscovado sugar, and ground cinnamon.
Stir until the mixture is well combined.
Once your dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface.
Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, about a quarter inch thick.
Spread softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly on top.
Step 4: Roll and Cut the Cinnamon Rolls
Carefully roll the dough tightly from the bottom to the top to form a log.
Using a serrated knife, slice the log into 12 equal pieces.
Grease a 9×13 baking dish and arrange the cinnamon rolls inside.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while the rolls are rising.
Step 5: Bake and Glaze the Rolls
Once risen, remove the plastic wrap and bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes.
When golden brown, take them out and let them cool for about 15 minutes.
For the glaze, whip cream cheese until smooth, then mix in powdered sugar and milk.
Add vanilla bean seeds for extra flavor and whisk until combined.
Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm cinnamon rolls.
Step 6: Enjoy Your Delicious Rolls!
Now, it’s time to taste your creation! These cinnamon rolls are best enjoyed warm.
Each bite should be soft, fluffy, and bursting with cinnamon flavor.
Share them with friends or keep them all to yourself — we won’t judge!
These homemade Cinnabon rolls will surely beat anything you can buy at the mall.
Happy baking!