Soft and Fluffy Cinnamon-Walnut Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

Here’s a delicious recipe for Soft and Fluffy Cinnamon-Walnut Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting!

Soft and Fluffy Cinnamon-Walnut Rolls

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup whole milk (warm)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 large eggs

For the Filling:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1 cup walnuts (chopped)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1-2 tbsp milk (to thin, if needed)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:

• In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
• Add the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and salt. Mix until well combined.
• Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
• Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

1. Prepare the Filling:

• In a bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined. Stir in the chopped walnuts.

1. Roll Out the Dough:

• Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 16×12 inches).
• Spread the cinnamon-walnut filling evenly over the dough.

1. Roll and Slice:

• Starting from one long side, tightly roll the dough into a log.
• Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

1. Second Rise:

• Cover the rolls with a towel and let them rise again for about 30-40 minutes until puffy.

1. Bake:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

1. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
• Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
• If the frosting is too thick, add milk a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

1. Frost and Serve:

• Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool slightly, then spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls.

Enjoy!

These cinnamon-walnut rolls are soft, fluffy, and perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat! Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea!