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Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls

4.97 from 56 votes
For a cozy morning treat, give this easy small-batch cinnamon rolls recipe a try. The delicious sweet rolls take minimal effort to create.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Rest Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings (Adjustable): 4
Calories: 596kcal

Ingredients

Cinnamon roll

  • 5 tablespoons warm milk 105-115°F
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted

Filling

  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened

Cream cheese frosting

  • 3- oz cream cheese softened
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch salt exclude if using salted butter

Instructions

  • Start making the dough by adding yeast, warm milk, and a pinch of sugar to a small bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  • In a medium bowl or mixer bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and 3 tablespoons of melted butter. Knead with a dough hook attached for 5 minutes or with your hands. Add a little more flour if needed. The dough should be soft and not overly sticky.
  • Form a ball and transfer it to a greased medium bowl to rise. Cover with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and leave to rise in a warm place to double the size for 30 minutes.
  • In the meantime, make the filling by mixing brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
  • Grease a small square or rectangular baking dish.
  • Once the dough has risen, lightly flour a work surface and roll the dough into a rectangle about 5x10 inches. Brush the softened butter and sprinkle the cinnamon mixture evenly.
  • Roll the dough gently with your hands tightly into a log shape. Cut with a sharp knife into 4 equal rolls. Transfer the rolls to the prepared baking dish
  • Let it sit for another 20 minutes to rise.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Prepare the icing by whisking cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  • Remove the rolls from the oven and spread the icing on top.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients, particularly for the dough, to ensure that everything mixes together evenly and rises properly.
Be sure to knead the dough for the appropriate amount of time, as this helps to develop the gluten and create a smooth, elastic dough.
Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place until it has doubled in size. This can be done by preheating your oven to 200°F, turning it off and then keeping the dough inside the oven.

Nutrition

Serving: 1roll | Calories: 596kcal | Carbohydrates: 71g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 337mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 1017IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 2mg

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