Discover the secret to the best homemade cinnamon rolls you’ll ever bake! This recipe guides you through creating incredibly soft, fluffy rolls with a warm, buttery cinnamon-sugar filling, all topped with a rich and creamy cream cheese frosting. They are unbelievably gooey and decadent, making them the perfect treat for a cozy weekend breakfast, holiday brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. Your kitchen will smell absolutely divine! Get the full step-by-step recipe and bake a batch today!

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Cinnamon Rolls Recipe (The Best, Easiest & Gooiest)

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The ultimate cinnamon rolls recipe for the softest, fluffiest, and gooiest homemade cinnamon rolls you’ve ever had. This foolproof guide guarantees perfect, bakery-quality results with a rich cream cheese frosting.

Author: Chef Sally

Ingredients

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1 cup whole milk warmed to 110°F
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 1 standard packet
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk, at room temperature
1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
3 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Warm the milk to 110°F. In a stand mixer bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tbsp sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
To the yeast mixture, add the remaining sugar, melted butter, egg, and egg yolk. Whisk to combine. Attach the dough hook and add the flour and salt.
Knead on medium speed for 7-8 minutes until the dough is smooth and pulls away from the sides. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until doubled.
While the dough rises, mix the filling ingredients (melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon) in a small bowl to form a paste.
Punch down the risen dough. On a floured surface, roll it into an 18×12-inch rectangle. Spread the filling evenly over the dough.
Tightly roll the dough into a log and cut into 12 equal rolls. Place in a greased 9×13-inch pan.
Cover and let the rolls rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly.
To make the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla and beat until light and fluffy.
Spread the frosting generously over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve immediately.

Notes

For Overnight Rolls: After placing rolls in the pan (Step 6), cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 18 hours. The next day, let them rest at room temperature for 45-60 minutes before baking. Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.