Delicious cinnamon buns made from a soft dough, filled with a sweet cinnamon mixture, and topped with creamy frosting. This recipe yields 16-18 buns, perfect for sharing or enjoying yourself.
1: Heat milk for 30-40 seconds in microwave or until lukewarm. Let cool if too hot. Add yeast, stir gently. Let mixture sit for 10 minutes.
2: Combine 2 cups of flour, salt, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Add softened butter, egg, and milk-yeast mixture. Mix with a wooden spoon until combined.
3: Gradually add 2 additional cups of flour, mixing with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of flour and mix until the dough starts to come together.
4: Lightly grease your hands with oil and knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes, until it forms a smooth, elastic ball.
5: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
6: Prepare Filling: Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
7: Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Spread filling mixture evenly. Roll dough tightly. Cut rolled dough into 12-15 pieces using a thread or unflavored floss.
8: Place rolls in a greased baking dish.
9: Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (190°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes.
10: Prepare Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Add milk, mix until desired consistency.
11: Frost Rolls: Let rolls cool for 5 minutes. Spread frosting over cooled rolls.
