Description
Sugar Cookie Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful treat that combines the soft, fluffy texture of classic cinnamon rolls with the sweet, buttery flavor of sugar cookies. Topped with rich cream cheese frosting, these rolls are perfect for brunch or dessert. Easy to make and adaptable for any occasion, they promise to impress family and friends with their irresistible taste and stunning appearance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast; let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and eggs. Create a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and melted butter. Mix until combined.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place it in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for about an hour until doubled.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle (1/2 inch thick). Spread softened butter over it.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl; sprinkle evenly over the buttered dough.
- Roll up the dough tightly into a log shape and slice it into equal pieces (about 1-2 inches wide).
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish; cover and let rise for another half hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg