Cinnamon Roll with Cream Cheese Glaze

There's something irresistibly comforting about homemade cinnamon rolls, and this recipe proves that bakery-quality results are entirely achievable in your own kitchen. Born from a family's occasional cravings for store-bought versions, this recipe transforms that simple desire into a labor of love. The warm spice of cinnamon paired with a luscious cream cheese glaze creates an indulgent treat that rivals any professional bakery offering.

In my experience, any yeast bread recipe lies on the activation of the yeast. Yeast quality is one of the critical elements in bread making. When I started baking, I learned a lot from the makers of yeast such as Red Star.

*The following are tips from Red Star baking lessons:

• Yeast activity may decrease if it comes in direct contact with salt or sugar.

• Always use dry yeast at room temperature.

• Using a thermometer is the most accurate way to determine the correct liquid temperature. Any thermometer will work as long as it measures temperatures between 75°F and 130°F.

*Note: https://redstaryeast.com/yeast-baking-lessons/baking-steps-guide/prepare-your-yeast/

Yield: 12

Author: Malu Bonifacio

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Cinnamon Roll with Cream Cheese Glaze

golden rolls with creamy glaze

Prep time: 30 MinCook time: 40 MinInactive time: 1 H & 30 MTotal time: 2 H & 40 M

Ingredients

DOUGH

• 2¼ tsp active dry yeast
• ¼ cup warm water
• 1 tsp granulated sugar
• 4 to 4½ cups all purpose flour
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ cup warm milk
• 1 egg

FILLING

• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup white sugar
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup melted unsalted butter

CREAM CHEESE GLAZE

• ½ cup cream cheese, softened (112 grams)
• 1¼ cups icing sugar
• 2 tbsp milk
• 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions

DOUGH

1. Grease the pan with butter. Set aside.
2. Dissolve yeast with warm water and 1 tsp of sugar. Set aside.
3. In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with a dough hook, add sugar and salt.
4. Add 4 cups of flour. Mix until the dough is smooth.
5. Mix in milk, egg, butter, and yeast mixture.
6. Cover with towel or plastic and let it rise until double in size. Prepare the filling.

FILLING

1. In a small bowl, combine sugars and cinnamon.
2. Once the dough has doubled in size,roll it out onto a floured surface into a 15x9” rectangle by using a rolling pin.
3. Spread the butter over the dough.
4. Spread the filling over the dough.
5. Roll the dough.
6. Cut the the dough into 12 and place in a greased rectangle pan.
7. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes. Brush the top with the remaining butter.
8. Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Prepare the Cream Cheese Glaze.

CREAM CHEESE GLAZE

1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, butter, icing sugar, vanilla and milk.
2. Let the cinnamon rolls cool for five minutes.
3. Spread the cream cheese glaze on top of the rolls.