Looking for the best cinnamon rolls recipe ever? Say hello to these ooey-gooey, soft, and fluffy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls that taste like a warm hug straight from the oven! They’re sweet, cozy, and guaranteed to make your kitchen smell like pure happiness.

Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

There’s nothing quite like waking up to the smell of homemade cinnamon rolls baking in the oven. Sweet, gooey, and topped with a creamy glaze, they’re the ultimate comfort food for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you’re craving something special.

If you’ve been searching for the best homemade cinnamon rolls, this is it!

The Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Prepping for a holiday get together? Or looking for a delicious make ahead breakfast recipe? This is the perfect option for you.

These cinnamon rolls are soft and fluffy, perfectly spiced, and made completely from scratch. Don’t worry if you’re new to baking, because this is also an easy cinnamon rolls recipe with step-by-step guidance to help you get bakery-style results right at home.

Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Ingredients

Nothing fancy here, just cozy pantry staples coming together to make the most irresistible cinnamon rolls ever!

all-purpose flour
sugar
salt
instant yeast
milk
unsalted butter, softened
egg

Tips & Tricks for Perfect Cinnamon Rolls

These homemade cinnamon rolls are super easy to whip up, but with a few simple tricks, you can take them to the next level and get that bakery-style finish.

Use room temperature ingredients – Cold milk, eggs, or butter can slow down the yeast and make your dough rise unevenly.
Let the dough rise properly – Don’t rush this step! A good rise is the secret to soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls.
Don’t overfill – It’s tempting to pack in extra cinnamon sugar, but too much can make the filling spill out and burn.
Cut with floss or a sharp knife – For clean swirls, use unflavored dental floss or a sharp serrated knife to slice your rolls.
Bake until just golden – Overbaking will dry them out. Pull your from scratch cinnamon rolls from the oven when they’re lightly golden on top.
Frost while warm – Spreading the glaze over warm rolls allows it to melt slightly and soak into all the layers.

Storing & Make-Ahead Tips

These homemade cinnamon rolls taste amazing fresh out of the oven, but they also store really well! Keep leftovers in an airtight container for a couple of days at room temp, or pop them in the fridge for up to five days. **

** Just warm them up before serving and they’ll be soft, fluffy, and just as dreamy as day one.

Want to make mornings even easier? Prep the rolls the night before, cover them up, and let them rest in the fridge overnight. In the morning, just let them rise on the counter while you sip your coffee, then bake until golden. It’s the perfect trick for lazy mornings or holiday hosting!

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Yield: 12

Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Name: Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 1 h 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour; ¼ cup granulated sugar; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 tbsp instant yeast; ½ cup milk; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 1 large egg; ½ cup unsalted butter, melted; ¾ cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon; 1 cup powdered sugar; 8 oz Philadelphia cheese; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Prep Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Additional Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

Cinnamon Rolls

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon salt
2 tbsp instant yeast
½ cup milk
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg

For the Filling:

½ cup unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

For the Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar
8 oz Philadelphia cheese
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

In a small saucepan mix the milk, yeast, and sugar, heat it until warm, but not boiling. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt and. Mix well. Add an egg and pour in the warm milk and water mixture. Stir until a soft dough forms.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 5 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
7. Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Roll it out into a rectangle shape, about ¼ inch thick.
Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Starting from one of the longer sides, tightly roll the dough into a log shape. Pinch the seam to seal.
Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 9 or 12 equal-sized pieces.
Place the cinnamon rolls in a greased baking dish, leaving a little space between each roll. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the cinnamon rolls for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
While the cinnamon rolls are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, soft cheese, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Once the cinnamon rolls are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls.
Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 390Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 63mgSodium: 229mgCarbohydrates: 49gFiber: 2gSugar: 25gProtein: 9g