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Cinnabon

Cultural Context

Cinnabon originated in the United States in the 1980s, quickly becoming a beloved treat known for its gooey cinnamon rolls topped with cream cheese frosting. This indulgent dessert is often associated with cozy gatherings and special occasions, making it a popular choice for celebrations and coffee breaks. Today, Cinnabon has expanded globally, with variations including different fillings and toppings, yet the classic remains a favorite.

AmericanUSdessert
120 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup warm milk
2 slightly beaten eggs
1/3 cup melted margarine
4 1/2 cups bread flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons bread machine yeast
2 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup softened butter
1 (3 oz) package softened cream cheese
1/4 cup softened butter
1 1/2 cups confectioner sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta provides a similar texture with lower cost

1

Add 1 cup of warm milk, 2 slightly beaten eggs, 1/3 cup of melted margarine, 4 1/2 cups of bread flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 2 1/2 tablespoons of bread machine yeast to the pan of a bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer.

2

Select the dough cycle and press start.

3

After the dough has doubled in size, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and cover it, letting it rest for 10 minutes.

4

In a small bowl, mix together 2 1/2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon and 1 cup of brown sugar.

5

Roll the dough into a rectangle measuring 16x21 inches.

6

Spread 1/3 cup of softened butter over the rolled dough and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly on top.

7

Roll up the dough starting from the long side and cut it into 12 equal rolls using a sharp knife.

8

Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and arrange the rolls in even rows.

9

Cover the pan and let the rolls rise until nearly double in size, about 30 minutes.

10

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

11

Bake the rolls for about 15 minutes until golden brown.

12

In a medium bowl, combine 1 (3 oz) package of softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup of softened butter, 1 1/2 cups of confectioner sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/8 teaspoon of salt.

13

Beat the mixture together until smooth and creamy.

14

Spread the frosting over the warm rolls.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

bread machine9x13 inch baking panmedium bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Cinnamon RollCinnamon Buns

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