Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Rolls

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Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Rolls

Soft, fluffy rolls filled with sweet cinnamon sugar and a rich, creamy cream cheese layer, baked until golden and finished with a smooth vanilla glaze. These rolls are everything you love about classic cinnamon rolls—extra soft, extra creamy, and deeply comforting.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Soft, pillowy homemade dough

  • Creamy cheesecake-style filling

  • Warm cinnamon sugar flavor

  • Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert

  • Make-ahead friendly

Ingredients

Dough

  • 3½ cups all-purpose flour

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • 2¼ teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast

  • ¾ cup warm milk (about 110°F / 43°C)

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 large egg

  • ½ teaspoon salt

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ¼ cup powdered sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Filling

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

Vanilla Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Time & Yield

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes

  • Rise Time: 1 hour

  • Bake Time: 22–25 minutes

  • Total Time: About 2 hours

  • Servings: 10–12 rolls

Instructions

1. Make the Dough

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

Add melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

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

2. Prepare the Fillings

Cream Cheese Filling:
Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.

Cinnamon Sugar Filling:
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.

3. Roll and Fill

Roll the dough into a 14×10-inch rectangle.

Spread softened butter evenly over the dough. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar evenly, then gently spread the cream cheese filling over the top.

4. Roll and Slice

Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. Slice into 10–12 rolls using a sharp knife or dental floss.

Arrange rolls in a greased baking dish.

5. Second Rise

Cover and let rise for 30 minutes until puffy.

6. Bake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake for 22–25 minutes until lightly golden and set.

7. Glaze and Serve

Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

Tips for Best Results

  • Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling

  • Avoid overbaking to keep the rolls soft

  • For clean slices, use dental floss

  • Rolls can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning

Storage & Make-Ahead

  • Room Temperature: 1 day

  • Refrigerator: Up to 4 days

  • Freezer: Baked or unbaked rolls up to 2 months

Estimated Nutrition (Per Roll)

  • Calories: ~340

  • Fat: 15g

  • Carbohydrates: 45g

  • Protein: 6g

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