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Copycat Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls

Soft, extra-large rolls swirled with a thick gooey cinnamon filling and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 Rolls
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon fine salt, 1 cup warm milk, 1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted, plus 1/2 cup softened for filling), 2 large eggs, 1 cup brown sugar, 2 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon, 4 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened, for frosting), 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 1 a large mixing bowl
  • 1 a rolling pin
  • 1 a 9x13 inch baking dish
  • 1 an electric mixer or whisk for the frosting
  • 1 a small bowl.

Method
 

Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm milk, let foam.
    Knead in eggs, butter, salt, and flour.
      Let dough rise for 1 hour.
        Mix brown sugar and cinnamon for the filling.
          Roll out dough, spread with softened butter, sugar, and cinnamon, then roll into a log and slice into 12 pieces.
            Let rise for 30 minutes, bake at 350°F for 22 to 25 minutes, then top with cream cheese frosting and serve warm.