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Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe {Copycat Cinnabon Recipe}

Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe {Copycat Cinnabon Recipe}

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Indulge in the warm, gooey perfection of the Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe, a delightful copycat of the beloved Cinnabon. This recipe combines irresistibly fluffy dough with a rich cinnamon-sugar filling, creating a treat that’s perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a lazy weekend morning, a festive brunch, or just because you deserve something sweet.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tbsp butter (for dough)
  • ¼ cup cream cheese
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 cups flour
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar (for filling)
  • 3 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar (for icing)

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk in a large bowl; let sit until bubbly.
  2. In another bowl, mix sugar, softened butter, salt, eggs, and flour until combined.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients; knead if using a mixer until smooth.
  4. Let the dough rise in an oiled bowl covered with plastic wrap for about 1 hour.
  5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle; spread with a mixture of softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  6. Roll tightly and slice into 12 pieces.
  7. Place rolls in an oiled baking pan; cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. While baking, mix icing ingredients until fluffy; drizzle over warm rolls.

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