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Easiest Copycat Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Easiest Copycat Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
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This recipe recreates the beloved soft, gooey, and cinnamon-packed cinnamon rolls inspired by the famous Cinnabon brand. These copycat cinnamon rolls feature a tender yeast dough filled with a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture, baked to golden perfection and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat any time of day.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 package active dry yeast (about 2 ¼ teaspoons)
  • ½ cup warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg

Filling

  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Cream Cheese Icing

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

  • Chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts)
  • Raisins

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt thoroughly to create a uniform dry mixture.
  2. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy and activates.
  3. Make Dough: Add the yeast mixture, softened unsalted butter, and the large egg to the dry ingredients. Mix everything together until a soft dough forms, sticky but manageable.
  4. Knead Dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, which helps develop gluten and a nice texture.
  5. First Rise: Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise at room temperature for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  6. Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon evenly to create the classic cinnamon sugar filling.
  7. Roll Out Dough: After the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle about 12×16 inches. Brush the melted butter evenly over the dough’s surface.
  8. Add Filling and Roll: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough. Starting at one long edge, tightly roll the dough up into a log shape.
  9. Cut and Second Rise: Using a sharp knife or dental floss, cut the dough log into 12 equal pieces. Arrange the rolls in a greased baking dish, leaving a little space between them, and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes until puffy.
  10. Bake Rolls: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Make Icing: While the rolls bake, prepare the cream cheese icing by beating together softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
  12. Glaze and Serve: Once the rolls are out of the oven, generously drizzle the cream cheese icing over the warm cinnamon rolls. Sprinkle with chopped nuts or raisins if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use warm milk (about 110°F) to activate the yeast without killing it.
  • For softer rolls, cover the dough while rising to prevent drying out.
  • You can substitute cream cheese frosting with a simple powdered sugar glaze if preferred.
  • These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container and warmed up before serving.
  • Adding raisins or nuts is optional but adds extra texture and flavor.

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Keywords: cinnamon rolls, copycat recipe, cinnabon, cream cheese icing, cinnamon sugar rolls, breakfast pastries

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