Description
These cranberry cinnamon rolls are the perfect holiday treat, combining the warm, spiced flavors of cinnamon with the tartness of cranberries, all topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. These soft, fluffy rolls will be a hit at your next holiday gathering, bringing comfort and festive flavors to your table.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- For the Dough:
- Warm milk
- Active dry yeast
- Granulated sugar
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Salt
- Ground cinnamon
- Egg
- All-purpose flour
- Dried cranberries
- For the Filling:
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Brown sugar, packed
- Ground cinnamon
- Dried cranberries
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Cream cheese, softened
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Milk
Instructions
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, mix warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add sugar, butter, salt, cinnamon, and egg. Stir to combine.
- Gradually add flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough forms.
- Add dried cranberries and knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Cover with a towel and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
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Prepare the Filling:
- Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl until smooth.
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Assemble the Rolls:
- Punch down the dough and roll it into a 12x18-inch rectangle.
- Spread the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly over the dough and sprinkle cranberries on top.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 equal slices.
- Place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
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Second Rise:
- Cover the rolls with a towel and let rise for 30 minutes until puffed.
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Bake the Rolls:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let them cool slightly before frosting.
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Prepare the Frosting:
- Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
- Spread generously over the cooled rolls.
Notes
- Use fresh cranberries for a tangier taste.
- Add nuts like pecans or walnuts to the filling for an extra crunch.
- You can replace the cream cheese frosting with a maple glaze for a different flavor.
- These rolls can be made ahead of time by refrigerating them overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
