Soft Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg.
3. Mix until a soft dough forms.
4. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 2: Make the Filling

1. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
2. Set aside the softened butter.

Step 3: Roll and Fill

1. Roll the dough into a rectangle (about 30 × 40 cm / 12 × 16 in).
2. Spread butter evenly over the dough.
3. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.

Step 4: Shape the Rolls

1. Roll the dough tightly from the long side.
2. Cut into 9–12 equal rolls.
3. Place rolls into a greased baking dish.
4. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes.

Step 5: Bake

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown.

Step 6: Make the Cream Cheese Glaze

1. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla.
3. Add milk gradually until glaze is creamy and pourable.

Step 7: Finish

1. Spread glaze over warm cinnamon rolls.
2. Let it melt into the rolls for extra softness.

🍽️ Serving Tips

• Best served warm
• Perfect for breakfast or dessert
• Store covered at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerate up to 4 days

✨ Tips for Extra Soft Rolls

• Do not overheat the milk (lukewarm only)
• Use room-temperature ingredients
• Glaze while rolls are still warm