Cinnamon Rolls
These aren't your average cinnamon rolls! Fluffy, golden-brown spirals bursting with cinnamon-sugar goodness, topped with a luscious, homemade cream cheese frosting that will have you licking your fingers. Warning: Highly addictive!Â
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 1/4 tsp yeast or 1 packet of yeast
- 3/4 cup warm milk lukewarm – not too hot or too cold
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 cups bread flour
Filling
- 2/3 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted Butter softened
- 1 tsp nutmeg freshly grated
Cream Cheese Filling(Optional)
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 3 tbsp unsalted Butter softened
- 1/4 cup powered sugar
- 1/2 tab vanilla essence
Instructions
Activate yeast (if using active dry):
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy. (If using instant yeast, you can skip proofing and mix straight in with flour.)
Make the dough:
- Add egg, melted butter, and salt. Mix in 2 ½ cups bread flour, stirring until dough begins to come together. Knead (by hand or mixer) for 6–8 minutes, adding up to ¼ cup extra flour if needed, until dough is soft, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky.
First rise:
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1 ½ hours, or until doubled in size.
Prepare filling:
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Shape the rolls:
- Roll out risen dough into a rectangle (~12×16 inches). Spread softened butter over surface. Sprinkle evenly with sugar-spice mixture. Roll tightly from the long side into a log. Slice into 9–12 rolls.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Second rise:
- Arrange rolls in a 9×13-inch pan or round baking dish. Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes, until puffy.
Bake:
- Bake for 22–26 minutes, or until lightly golden and centers are set.
Notes
Notes for your style:
- Dough isn’t sweet → all the sweetness is in the filling.
- Evaporated milk adds richness & a touch of nostalgia (very Caribbean).
- You can serve with a light dusting of powdered sugar or pair with your cream cheese frosting if you want a more “fusion” twist.
