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A delicious plate of Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls

Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls

These cinnamon rolls are perfect for when you want a sweet treat without making a large batch. Enjoy the warm, gooey goodness with a delicious cream cheese icing.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Proofing Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 rolls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 1028

Ingredients
  

Rolls
  • 240 ml warm water 95-115 degrees is perfect
  • 180 ml buttermilk room temperature
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 70 g butter melted & slightly cooled
  • 3 tbsp dry active yeast
  • 0.5 tbsp table salt
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 660 g all-purpose flour
Filling
  • 80 g butter melted
  • 220 g brown sugar
  • 50 g granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
Icing
  • 113 g cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 360 g confectioners sugar
  • 30 ml milk up to 60 ml depending on desired thickness

Equipment

  • Mixer
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Combine the water, buttermilk, sugar, and melted butter in the mixer bowl. Stir to lower the temperature to 95 degrees.
  2. Sprinkle the yeast on the top of the water mixture. Lightly press it with a fork into the liquid to moisten it. Let it sit to proof for 15 minutes until puffed and frothy.
  3. Add in the eggs, and salt. Fold in the flour, and mix slowly using a dough hook until flour is incorporated.
  4. Set the mixer on med-low speed and mix/knead until smooth. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes while you make the filling and preheat the oven.
  5. Prepare the filling by combining the brown sugar, sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl and mixing it with a fork.
  6. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and grease a 7½ x 11 baking dish.
  7. Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface into a flat & even layer. Brush with melted butter and then sprinkle the filling mixture on top.
  8. Roll tightly on the long side and then cut the log into 6 large rolls. Place them in the prepared dish and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  9. Remove and allow them to cool slightly while you mix the icing.
  10. Prepare the icing by combining all ingredients in a small bowl and whisking well until you reach the desired consistency. Drizzle over the top of the rolls while they are still warm.

Notes

These cinnamon rolls are best served warm. You can adjust the thickness of the icing by adding more or less milk to your liking.