This Winter, Keep Yourself Warm With These Cinnamon Rolls

Name: This Winter, Keep Yourself Warm With These Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 120
Cook time: 25
Total time: 145
Ingredients: 3.5 cup All-purpose flour; 2.5 tsp Instant dry yeast; 180 ml Warm milk (around 40°C); 50 g Granulated sugar; 60 g Melted, unsalted butter; 1 piece Large egg; 0.5 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon; 110 g Softened, unsalted butter (for filling); 150 g Brown sugar (for filling); 2 tbsp Ground cinnamon (for filling); 0.25 tsp Nutmeg (for filling); 100 g Softened cream cheese (for the cream cheese glaze); 2 tbsp Sotened, unsalted butter (for the cream cheese glaze); 60 g Powdered sugar (for the cream cheese glaze); 0.5 tsp Vanilla extract (for the cream cheese glaze); 2 tbsp Warm milk (for the cream cheese glaze)

Bake these cinnamon rolls that promise warmth and comfort in every bite.

Contributed By

OT Staff

October 26, 2025

Cinnamon roll recipe

As the air begins to get nippy and weather begins to dip, it is natural to crave something warm and comfroting.

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls wafting through the kitchen on a chilly winter morning. The scent of butter, sugar, and cinnamon melting together is enough to lift anyone’s spirits — and biting into one of these soft, golden swirls is pure bliss. Each roll is tender and fluffy on the inside and the kind that will make you linger a little longer by the window with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.

The dough, enriched with milk, butter, and egg, bakes into a pillowy softness that perfectly complements the rich, spiced filling. A hint of nutmeg adds a warm, wintery note, while the cream cheese glaze poured on top brings everything together. Whether you’re baking them for a festive breakfast, a weekend brunch, or simply to enjoy with your evening cup of coffee, these rolls promise comfort in every bite.

Quick Info

Prep Time 120 min

Cook Time 25 min

Total Time 145 min

Servings 4

Difficulty hard

Ingredients

All-purpose flour - 3.5 cup
Instant dry yeast - 2.5 tsp
Warm milk (around 40°C) - 180 ml
Granulated sugar - 50 g
Melted, unsalted butter - 60 g
Large egg - 1 piece
Salt - 0.5 tsp
Ground cinnamon - 0.5 tsp
Softened, unsalted butter (for filling) - 110 g
Brown sugar (for filling) - 150 g
Ground cinnamon (for filling) - 2 tbsp
Nutmeg (for filling) - 0.25 tsp
Softened cream cheese (for the cream cheese glaze) - 100 g
Sotened, unsalted butter (for the cream cheese glaze) - 2 tbsp
Powdered sugar (for the cream cheese glaze) - 60 g
Vanilla extract (for the cream cheese glaze) - 0.5 tsp
Warm milk (for the cream cheese glaze) - 2 tbsp

Instructions

Step-1

1. Activate the yeast (if using active dry yeast): If using active dry yeast instead of instant, dissolve it in the warm milk with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy. Skip this step for instant yeast.

Step-2

2. Make the dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together warm milk, sugar, melted butter, and egg. Add yeast and stir to combine. Gradually add flour, salt, and cinnamon. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 8–10 minutes on a lightly floured surface (or 5 minutes with a stand mixer and dough hook) until smooth and elastic. The dough should be slightly tacky but not sticky.

Step-3

3. Leave it to rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1½ hours, or until doubled in size.

Step-4

4. Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until you have a smooth paste.

Step-5

5. Shape the rolls: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a 16x12-inch (40x30 cm) rectangle. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the surface, right up to the edges. Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Trim the uneven ends and slice into 8–10 even pieces using a sharp knife or unflavored dental floss (for clean cuts).

Step-6

6. Second rise: Place the rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking pan, leaving a little space between each. Cover and let them rise again for 30–40 minutes, until puffy.

Step-7

7. Bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the rolls for 22–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step-8

8. Make the Glaze: While the rolls bake, whisk together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Adjust milk quantity for desired thickness.

Step-9

9. Glaze & Serve: Spread the glaze over warm rolls so it melts into the swirls. Serve immediately.

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