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Callie Brooks

Fluffy Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls

These delightful small batch cinnamon rolls are fluffy, filled with a sweet cinnamon mixture, and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting—perfect for a cozy brunch or as an indulgent snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Brunch, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • ¼ cup warm water Make sure it’s warm, not hot.
  • 1 and ⅛ teaspoons dry active yeast Or half of one packet.
  • ¼ cup warm milk Almond milk can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 and ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 and ¼ to 2 and ½ cups all-purpose flour Use enough to make the dough slightly tacky.
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Softened to room temperature, cut into 4-6 pieces.
Filling Ingredients
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar Firmly packed.
  • 1 and ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted, for filling.
Frosting Ingredients
  • 2 ounces cream cheese Softened to room temperature.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Softened to room temperature, for frosting.
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For frosting.
  • pinch salt

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and egg. Whisk well.
  3. Add the yeast mixture and 2 cups of flour to the wet ingredients. Mix until dough begins to form.
  4. Gradually add more flour, if necessary, until the dough is slightly tacky but manageable.
Kneading the Dough
  1. On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth. Shape it into a ball.
  2. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 30-40 minutes or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon.
Assemble the Rolls
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick. Brush melted butter over the surface.
  3. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture onto the dough.
  4. Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. Cut into 6 equal pieces and place in a greased baking dish.
Bake the Dough
  1. Cover the rolls with a cloth and allow them to rise for 20 more minutes.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cream Cheese Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Once the rolls are out of the oven, drizzle or spread frosting over the warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g

Notes

These cinnamon rolls can be served warm with coffee or tea. For any leftovers, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week. They can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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