Best Cinnamon Rolls. Period!
๐ Cook Time: 25 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 30 minutes
๐ Total Time: 55 minutes
๐ฉโ๐ณ Servings: 9 buns
๐ฅ Yield: 9 buns
Description:
These cinnamon rolls are a true delight, perfect for a cozy winter morning or a festive Christmas brunch. With a gooey filling and a heavenly cream cheese icing, they are simply irresistible. Prepare to fall in love with every bite!
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon clove
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted (divided)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 6 ounces cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare Pan: Pour 1 tablespoon of melted butter into a 9-inch nonstick cake pan and brush it to coat the pan evenly.
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Make Filling: In a small bowl, combine the dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, clove, and salt for the filling. Add 1 tablespoon of melted butter and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand. Set aside.
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Prepare Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate measuring cup or small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until the liquid is absorbed.
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Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface and knead it until it is just smooth.
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Shape Dough: Pat the dough with your hands into a 12 by 9-inch rectangle.
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Fill and Roll: Spread the filling mixture evenly over the dough. Roll up the dough tightly into a log and cut it into 9 pieces.
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Arrange Buns: Arrange the cut pieces in the buttered cake pan.
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Brush with Butter: Brush the tops of the buns with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
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Bake: Bake the cinnamon rolls in the preheated oven until the edges are golden brown, about 23 to 25 minutes.
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Cool: Allow the cinnamon rolls to cool for about 5 minutes before icing.
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Make Icing: In a large bowl, whisk together the cream cheese and 2 tablespoons of buttermilk until thick and smooth. Sift the confectioners’ sugar over the mixture and whisk until a smooth glaze forms.
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Ice the Rolls: Spoon the glaze evenly over the warm buns.
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Serve: Serve the cinnamon rolls immediately and enjoy the warm, gooey goodness!
These cinnamon rolls are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, with a steaming cup of coffee or hot cocoa. They are sure to become a favorite in your household, perfect for any occasion or just because!
