Cinnamon Rolls with Brown Butter Frosting

Name: Cinnamon Rolls with Brown Butter Frosting
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 3 h 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 packet active dry yeast (equals 2¼ teaspoons); ¼ cup warm water, ((110°-115°F)); ½ teaspoon sugar; 4 cups all-purpose flour, (divided, spooned and leveled); pinch fresh nutmeg, (grated); ½ cup sugar; 1¾ teaspoon kosher salt, (I use Diamond Crystal brand); 5 tablespoons salted butter, (melted, 110°F); 1 large egg, (room temperature); 1 large egg yolk, (room temperature); 1 cup whole milk (warm (110°F)); ¾ cup heavy cream, (SAVED FOR POURING OVER RISEN ROLLS) (room temp); 1 stick salted butter, (room temperature); ¾ cup light brown sugar, (packed); 1½ tablespoons cinnamon; 5 tablespoons salted butter; 5 ounces cream cheese, full-fat, (room temp); 1½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract,; ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, (I use Diamond Crystal brand); ⅔ cup plus 1½ tablespoons powdered sugar, (sifted); 1 tablespoon whole milk

Instructions

Prep:3hCook:30min

Cinnamon rolls with brown butter frosting are a delicious twist on the classic sweet roll. Warm gooey cinnamon rolls are drenched in heavy cream, baked until golden then slathered with a decadent, finger-licking good brown butter icing. With a bit of patience and a whole lot of love, you'll have a tasty treat that's perfect for casual mornings, brunches, and holidays.

Updated at: Tue, 30 Dec 2025 01:59:54 GMT