cinnamon rolls

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beulah, MI
Updated on Mar 3, 2025

These cinnamon rolls are so yummy.

prep time 3 Hr 25 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Bake
yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • DOUGH
  • 1/2 cup granlated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups milk scalded
  • 4 3/4 cups flour divided
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • FILLING
  • 12 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ICING
  • 2 ounces whipped cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream, more if necessary
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt

How To Make cinnamon rolls

  • Step 1
    In a bowl of a stand mixer, add the sugar and oil. Pour in the scalded milk and mix. Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Add 4 cups of flour and sprinkle the yeast on the top. Mix until no dry streaks left.
  • Step 3
    Scrape down the bowl and cover the bowl and let rest 1 hour. Until it doubles.
  • Step 4
    Add the remaining 3/4 cup flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
  • Step 5
    Scrape down the bowl and place the dough in an oiled bowl. Cover and let rest 1 hour.
  • Step 6
    Roll the dough using a little flour into a 12 X 18 rectangle. Spread the butter over the top of the dough.
  • Step 7
    Combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom. Sprinkle it evenly over the butter.
  • Step 8
    Roll up from the long end. It should be about 20 inches.
  • Step 9
    Cut into 12 even pieces. Place on parchment lined paper. Cover with sprayed plastic wrap and let set 1 hour.
  • Step 10
    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Remove the plastic wrap and bake about 20 minutes. Let cool completely before frosting.
  • Step 11
    To make the frosting, beat the butter and cream cheese together. Add the salt and heavy cream. Mix in the vanilla. Mix the powdered sugar in, adding a little more cream if needed.
  • Step 12
    Frost the rolls.

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Category: Sweet Breads
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour

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