Name: Best Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Prep time: 1 h 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 9 Servings
Cuisine: American

Real Life of Lulu Verified

January 22, 2026

These cinnamon rolls are soft, gooey, and packed with buttery cinnamon goodness. That cream cheese glaze on top? Total game changer. Once you make these, the store-bought ones just won’t cut it anymore.

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Best Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 4 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

In a small saucepan, mix the milk, warm water, yeast, and granulated sugar. Heat until warm but not boiling. Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute to activate the yeast.

Combine the flour, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Mix well. Add the egg and pour in the warm milk and yeast mixture. Stir until a soft dough forms.

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 5 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

While the dough is rising, make the filling. Mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl until well combined.

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Roll it out into a rectangle shape, about ¼ inch thick.

Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Starting from one of the longer sides, tightly roll the dough into a log shape. Pinch the seam to seal.

Cut the log into 9 equal-sized pieces using a sharp knife.

Place the cinnamon rolls in a greased 8×8-inch baking dish, leaving a little space between each roll. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Bake the cinnamon rolls for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

While the cinnamon rolls are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, softened cream cheese, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Once the cinnamon rolls are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.

Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Yeast Activation Magic 🧬
Proof your yeast in warm milk (110-115°F) with a pinch of sugar to ensure maximum rise and fluffy texture in your cinnamon rolls.
Butter Temperature Trick 🧈
Use room temperature butter for the filling to create an even, spreadable layer that distributes cinnamon and sugar perfectly throughout the roll.
Rolling Technique Mastery 🌀
Roll out your dough into a precise rectangle and use a ruler to ensure even thickness, which guarantees uniform baking and consistent rolls.
Cream Cheese Glaze Pro Tip 🧀
Let the cinnamon rolls cool for 10-15 minutes before applying the cream cheese glaze to prevent it from becoming too runny and ensure a thick, luxurious coating.
Humidity Control Hack 💨
Cover your rising dough with a damp, warm towel to create the perfect humid environment for optimal yeast activation and soft, pillowy texture.