Easy Cinnamon Rolls From Scratch | Sally's Baking

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and lactose-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with fewer calories.

Whisk the flour, sugar, and salt together in a large bowl. Set aside.

Combine the milk and butter in a heatproof bowl and heat until the butter has melted and the mixture is warm. Whisk in the yeast until dissolved, then pour into the dry ingredients, add the egg, and stir until a soft dough forms.

Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rest for about 10 minutes.

Roll the dough out into a rectangle, spread softened butter on top, and sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar. Roll into a log and cut into 10–12 rolls.

Cover the pan with foil or a towel and let the rolls rise in a warm environment for 60–90 minutes until doubled in size.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 24–27 minutes until lightly browned.

Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add butter, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla. Spread icing over warm rolls and serve.

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