Gooey Cinnamon Rolls

Name: Gooey Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 3 h 30 min
Cuisine: European, American
Ingredients: 3/4 cup Lukewarm water; 2 1/2 tsp Active dry yeast; 1 tbsp Sugar; 1/3 cup Sugar; 1 Egg whisked; 1 Egg yolk whisked; 3 cups All-purpose flour; 1 tsp Kosher salt; 4 tbsp Unsalted butter melted; 1/3 cup Unsalted butter room temperature; 1 cup Light brown sugar packed; 2 tbsp Cinnamon; 1/8 tsp Ground Cloves; 1/8 tsp Nutmeg; 4 oz Cream cheese room temp; 3 tbsp Unsalted butter room temp; 1 tsp Vanilla extract; 3/4 cup Powdered sugar sifted; Coffee creamer (I used French vanilla, but u can use any flavor you love!) add a tsp at a time until you’re happy with the consistency

14 steps

Prep:3hCook:30min

Whether you enjoy them with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk, these cinnamon rolls are the ultimate treat for a cozy day in.

Updated at: Tue, 15 Aug 2023 20:55:01 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories382.7 kcal (19%)

Total Fat15.8 g (23%)

Carbs56.5 g (22%)

Sugars30.9 g (34%)

Protein4.9 g (10%)

Sodium198.7 mg (10%)

Fiber1.7 g (6%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

12 servings

Instructions

Step 1

In a measuring cup or small bowl, combine the lukewarm water, active dry yeast, and 1 tbsp of sugar. Let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, combine the remaining 1/3 cup of sugar, whisked eggs, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and melted unsalted butter. Add in the yeast mixture last.

Step 3

Mix the dough ingredients together with a wooden spoon until a rough dough forms.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth. You can also use a stand-mixer if you have one.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly floured bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rest in a warm place for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 6

One helpful tip to ensure your dough rises properly is to preheat your oven to 175°F, then turn it off. Once the oven is warm, cover your dough and place it inside to rise. This warm, draft-free environment will help to activate the yeast and allow the dough to rise to perfection.

Step 7

While the dough is resting, prepare the filling and frosting.

Step 8

To make the filling, combine the room temperature unsalted butter, packed brown sugar, cinnamon, ground cloves, and nutmeg until they form a spreadable mixture.

Step 9

To make the frosting, combine the room temperature cream cheese, unsalted butter, vanilla extract, sifted powdered sugar, and coffee creamer (added gradually) until you achieve the desired consistency.

Step 10

Once the dough has doubled in size, punch it down gently and place it on a floured surface. Roll it out and spread the filling over the dough, making sure to roll it up as tightly as possible without stretching or tearing it.

Step 11

Cut the cinnamon rolls with floss into either 2-inch sections for a batch of 6, or 1-inch to 1 1/2-inch sections to make about 8-12 cinnamon rolls. Place them in a prepared baking dish and cover them with a damp cloth. Let them rest for another 30 minutes.

Step 12

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Add a tablespoon of heavy cream on top of each cinnamon roll.

Step 13

Bake for 25-30 minutes.

Step 14

Once the cinnamon rolls are done, let them cool for a few minutes before topping them off with the frosting, and you're done!