Heavy Cream Cinnamon Rolls (Print View)

Ultra-soft cinnamon rolls soaked in heavy cream and finished with cream cheese icing for a rich, tender treat.

# Components:

→ Dough

01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet instant yeast (2 ¼ tsp)
03 - ¼ cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 tsp salt
05 - ¾ cup warm whole milk (180 ml)
06 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (60 g)
07 - 2 large eggs, room temperature

→ Filling

08 - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (115 g)
09 - 1 cup packed brown sugar (200 g)
10 - 2 ½ tbsp ground cinnamon

→ Topping

11 - 1 cup heavy cream, room temperature (240 ml)

→ Cream Cheese Icing

12 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened (115 g)
13 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened (60 g)
14 - 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (180 g)
15 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
16 - 2–3 tbsp milk

# Directions:

01 - Combine warm milk, melted butter, and sugar in a large bowl. Sprinkle yeast on top and let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add eggs and salt to the yeast mixture and mix well. Gradually incorporate flour until a sticky dough forms.
03 - Knead on a floured surface for 6 to 8 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook.
04 - Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 60 to 75 minutes until doubled in size.
05 - Turn dough onto a floured surface and roll into a 16 by 12-inch rectangle.
06 - Spread softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon uniformly across the surface.
07 - Roll dough tightly from the long side and slice into 12 equal rolls.
08 - Arrange rolls in a greased 9 by 13-inch baking dish, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes until puffy.
09 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour heavy cream evenly over the rolls just before baking.
10 - Bake for 23 to 27 minutes until golden brown and cooked through in the center.
11 - Beat cream cheese and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy. Add milk to reach desired consistency.
12 - Spread icing over warm rolls and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ultra-soft and pillowy texture
  • Luscious cream cheese icing topping
02 -
  • Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream if desired
  • Best enjoyed warm store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days
03 -
  • Knead the dough until elastic for best texture
  • Pour heavy cream evenly just before baking to keep rolls moist
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