Indulge in the soft, fluffy, and utterly delicious Cinnamon-Walnut Rolls, smothered in a rich cream cheese frosting! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat.
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:
1️⃣ Prepare the dough: Combine warm milk and yeast, then add sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt. Gradually add flour and knead until smooth.
2️⃣ Prepare the filling: Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a paste.
3️⃣ Assemble the rolls: Spread the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the dough, sprinkle with walnuts, and roll into a log. Slice into 12 pieces.
4️⃣ Second rise: Let the rolls rise for 30-45 minutes.
5️⃣ Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes.
6️⃣ Make the cream cheese frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter together, then add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt.
7️⃣ Frost and serve: Spread the frosting over the warm rolls and enjoy!