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Mama Llama Cinnamon Roll Recipe

Soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls with a rich cinnamon flavor, topped with cream cheese glaze.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm milk 110°F
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Plastic wrap
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy to activate the yeast.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
  3. Gradually add the flour mixture to the yeast mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  6. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
  7. After rising, roll the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  8. Spread melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly. Tightly roll the dough and cut into 12 equal pieces.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Let the rolls cool slightly, then prepare the glaze with softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.

Notes

Serve warm for the ultimate experience.