Go Back

Make Ahead Cinnamon Rolls

Enjoy warm and gooey cinnamon rolls any day with this make-ahead recipe.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk warmed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 packet 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rolling pin
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Plastic wrap
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
  2. Add flour, melted butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until the dough starts to form, then knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  3. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  5. Spread melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle the mixture of brown sugar and cinnamon evenly.
  6. Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly to form a log. Slice into 12 equal pieces.
  7. Place the rolls in a greased 9x13 baking dish, cover, and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

Serve warm with icing and enjoy with fresh fruit or coffee.