No-Knead Cinnamon Rolls

This is probably the best cinnamon roll recipe ever. Learn how to make the ultimate best homemade cinnamon rolls with this no-knead recipe. These no-knead cinnamon rolls are fluffy, soft, and perfectly gooey. Don't forget to generously spread that delicious cream cheese frosting for the perfect dessert or breakfast treat.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword cinnamon rolls

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Servings servings

Calories 559kcal

Author Ioana

Cost 100

Equipment

1 Pressure cooker notes optional

Ingredients

For The Dough

2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp sugar to activate the yeast
2 large eggs room temperature
1 cup milk lukewarm
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 tsp salt

Cinnamon Filling

1 cup brown sugar packed
3 tsp cinnamon powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter

Cream Cheese Frosting

8 oz cream cheese room temperature
6 tbsp butter unsalted softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tbsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Make the dough: Whisk the lukewarm milk, instant yeast, and 1 tsp of sugar. Then, let the mixture rest for 5 minutes until bubbly.
In a large mixing bowl, add the flour and make a well in the center.
Pour in the yeast mixture, lightly beaten eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and cinnamon. Melt the butter separately and set aside.
Transfer the risen dough to a floured surface and roll it into a 9×13-inch rectangle.
Brush the surface with melted butter, then evenly sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Roll the dough tightly into a log, then slice into 2-inch rolls using a sharp knife or floss.
Arrange the rolls in a parchment-lined or greased baking pan, leaving a little space between each roll. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Make the cream cheese icing: Mix the cream cheese and butter in a large mixing bowl until creamy and smooth. Then add the powdered sweetener, and vanilla extract. Mix for 2 more minutes until smooth and creamy.
Ice the cinnamon rolls right after they are removed from the oven, and enjoy.

Notes

The buns are done when the center rolls have a golden color, and the outer ones have a deep golden hue on the edges.

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