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Easy One-Hour Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Delight in these Easy One-Hour Cinnamon Rolls, a classic sweet treat ready in just an hour. This recipe features a soft, fluffy yeast dough rolled with a buttery cinnamon-sugar filling, baked to golden perfection and topped with a smooth cream cheese glaze. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these cinnamon rolls offer the warm, indulgent flavors of a bakery-fresh treat made effortlessly at home.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg

Filling

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon

Glaze

  • 4 oz (1/2 cup) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp milk (to thin as needed)

Instructions

  1. Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Add the warm milk, melted unsalted butter, and one large egg. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  2. Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for 5 minutes on medium speed.
  3. Rest the Dough: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rest for 10 minutes to begin rising.
  4. Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until well mixed and spreadable.
  5. Roll and Fill: Roll the rested dough out on a floured surface into a 15×9-inch rectangle. Spread the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border along one edge.
  6. Roll and Cut: Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal, then cut into 12 equal pieces using a sharp knife or dental floss.
  7. Place in Baking Dish: Arrange the cinnamon roll slices cut side up in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, leaving a little space for rising.
  8. Rise and Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Let the rolls rise for about 10-15 minutes if possible, then bake them for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown on top.
  9. Make the Glaze: While the rolls bake, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with milk to your desired thickness.
  10. Glaze and Serve: Once the cinnamon rolls are baked, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Spread the cream cheese glaze generously over the warm rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure the milk is warm (110°F/43°C) to activate the yeast without killing it.
  • For softer rolls, do not skip the kneading step; it develops the gluten for fluffy texture.
  • Allowing the rolls a second rise before baking can enhance fluffiness but is optional to keep the recipe within one hour.
  • Use room-temperature ingredients for better dough consistency.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat gently before serving.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/easy-one-hour-cinnamon-rolls-recipe/