Cinnamon Buns

Ingredients

For the dough:

• 1 cup warm milk (110°F / 45°C)

• 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 eggs

• 4 cups all-purpose flour

For the filling:

• ¾ cup brown sugar, packed

• 2 tbsp ground cinnamon

• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

For the cream cheese icing:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Make the dough:

   • In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

   • Add sugar, melted butter, salt, eggs, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms.

   • Knead for 5–8 minutes on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.

   • Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour (or until doubled in size).

2. Prepare the filling:

   • Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.

   • Roll dough into a rectangle (~16×12 inches). Spread softened butter over the surface, then sprinkle evenly with cinnamon-sugar mix.

3. Form the rolls:

   • Roll up tightly from the long side, then slice into 12 even pieces.

   • Place in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Cover and let rise another 30 minutes.

4. Bake:

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

   • Bake rolls for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.

5. Make the icing:

   • Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt; mix until creamy.

   • Spread over warm buns just out of the oven.