Classic Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients and Weight:

• Bread flour: 500g
• Milk: 250ml, warm
• Butter: 113g, softened
• Sugar: 50g
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Active dry yeast: 2 ¼ tsp
• Cinnamon: 2 tbsp
• Brown sugar: 3/4 cup
• Cream cheese: 16oz, softened
• Powdered sugar: 1 cup
• Vanilla extract: 1 tsp

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the bread flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
2. Add the warm milk and melted butter to the dry ingredients and knead until a smooth and elastic dough forms.
3. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
4. In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon with the brown sugar.
5. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
6. Spread the cream cheese mixture, cinnamon-brown sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
7. Starting with the long side, roll the dough up tightly and pinch the edges to seal.
8. Cut the roll into 8 equal slices and place them in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
9. Cover the rolls with plastic wrap and let them rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
10. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the rolls for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

(per roll)

• Calories: 430
• Fat: 16g
• Protein: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 64g
• Sugar: 28g

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and fluffy rolls
• Sweet and cinnamony filling
• Made with everyday ingredients
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert

User Comments:

• "These cinnamon rolls are absolutely divine! They are so soft and fluffy, and the cinnamon-sugar filling is the perfect touch of sweetness." - Sarah
• "I'm not a big baker, but these cinnamon rolls were surprisingly easy to make and turned out perfectly. They were a hit with my family!" - Emily
• "These are the best cinnamon rolls I've ever had! They are so light and airy, and the cream cheese filling is delicious." - Matt

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use warm milk to activate the yeast.
• If the dough is too sticky, add more flour a tablespoon at a time until it becomes manageable.
• Do not overproof the rolls, as this can cause them to collapse.
• Let the rolls cool for a few minutes before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.