Perfect Classic Cinnamon Rolls — Well Made by Kiley

Name: Perfect Classic Cinnamon Rolls — Well Made by Kiley
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3/4 cup (180ml) milk of choice, warmed to 110F (I place in the microwave for ~45 seconds; it should feel like a warm bath, but not too hot); 1/2 cup (110g) granulated sugar, divided; 2 1/2 tsp (9g) active dry yeast (substitution: instant yeast); 1/2 cup (120g) Greek yogurt (any percentage) or sour cream, at room temperature; 1/2 cup (113g) salted butter, very softened (almost melted); 2 eggs, at room temperature; 1 tsp (4g) vanilla bean paste or extract; 4 1/2 cups (540g) bread flour (substitution: all-purpose flour); see notes section below on how to properly measure; 1 tsp (6g) salt; 1/2 cup (113g) salted butter, softened (not melted); 1 cup (240g) light brown sugar; 2 tbsp (12g) cinnamon; 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream, for pouring over the rolls; 8oz (250g; 1 block) cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup (58g) salted butter, softened; 1 3/4 cups (210g) powdered sugar

Instructions

Prep:45minCook:30min

These Perfect Classic Cinnamon Rolls are big, pillowy soft, and irresistibly fluffy. Baked golden and sticky on the outside, they’re filled with a gooey, warming cinnamon sugar swirl that caramelizes as they bake. Finished with a lush, tangy cream cheese frosting that melts into every layer, these cinnamon rolls are best enjoyed warm with a hot cup of coffee for the ultimate comfort breakfast.

Updated at: Tue, 21 Jul 2026 02:14:03 GMT