Soft and Fluffy Cinnamon-Walnut Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

These Sweet Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and packed with cinnamon, brown sugar, and crunchy walnuts. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, they make the perfect indulgent breakfast or dessert. Follow this easy recipe to create bakery-style cinnamon rolls at home.

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups all-purpose flour

For the Filling:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Prepare the Dough:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Stir in sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes (or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5 minutes) until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Filling:

In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a paste.

Assemble the Rolls:

1. Punch down the dough and roll it out into a 16×12-inch rectangle.
2. Spread the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
3. Sprinkle chopped walnuts over the filling.
4. Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from the long edge. Slice into 12 equal pieces.

Second Rise:

Arrange the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes, or until puffy.

Bake:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:

1. Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
2. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt, beating until creamy.

Frost and Serve:

1. Spread the frosting over the warm rolls.
2. Serve immediately and ENJOY!!