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Homemade Overnight Cinnamon Rolls

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Soft, fluffy homemade cinnamon rolls made with a rich cinnamon sugar filling and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. Prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning for a perfect make-ahead breakfast or brunch treat.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
  • Total Time: 10–12 hours (including overnight rise)
  • Yield: 12 rolls
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (for filling)
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk and melted butter until lukewarm. Mix in the yeast and let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine sugar, salt, eggs, and the milk mixture. Gradually add flour until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  4. Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread softened butter over it and sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar mixture.
  5. Roll up the dough tightly from one long side and slice into 12 even rolls.
  6. Place rolls in a greased baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  7. In the morning, let the rolls come to room temperature and rise for about 45 minutes.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown.
  9. Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Spread over warm rolls and serve.

Notes

  • Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the filling for crunch.
  • Try orange zest in the filling or frosting for a citrusy flavor.
  • Use a maple or vanilla glaze instead of cream cheese frosting for variation.
  • Make mini rolls for parties by slicing thinner rolls.
  • Store in fridge for 4–5 days or freeze unbaked rolls for later.

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