Better Than Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Ingredients for Better Than Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls

• Active Dry Yeast
• Warm Water
• Granulated Sugar
• Butter
• Milk
• Egg
• 4-4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• Vanilla Pudding Mix
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar

How to Make Better Than Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls

1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add eggs, melted butter, salt, and vanilla. Mix well.
3. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. While dough rises, prepare the cinnamon filling: Combine softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
6. Roll out the dough into a large rectangle (approximately 12x18 inches). Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
7. Tightly roll the dough up from the long side. Cut into 12 equal slices.
8. Place the rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
9. Cover and let rise for 45 minutes at room temperature (or refrigerate overnight after shaping and let rise 45 minutes at room temp before baking).
10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
11. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
12. While rolls are baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting: Beat together softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
13. Frost the warm cinnamon rolls immediately and enjoy!