Cream Cheese Cinnamon Rolls (Printable Version)
Soft dough wrapped around creamy cheese filling, brushed with butter, and coated in cinnamon sugar.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough (Shortcut)
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8.8 oz refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry
→ Dough (Homemade)
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1/2 cup warm milk (110°F)
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2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar (divided)
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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 large egg
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
→ Filling
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Finishing
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
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Unroll refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry, press seams to form rectangles, and cut into equal squares.
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Combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar in a bowl; let rest until foamy, about 5 minutes. Add flour, salt, egg, and softened butter. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Cover and allow to rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
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Roll risen dough into a large rectangle and cut into evenly sized squares for filling.
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Place 1 to 2 teaspoons of the cream cheese filling in the center of each dough square. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges firmly to seal.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange rolls on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Arrange rolls in a single layer and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown.
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Brush the warm baked rolls with melted butter, then immediately toss them in a mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until fully coated.
# Additional Notes:
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For softer rolls, cover the dough during baking with foil for the first 8 minutes.