One Hour Cinnamon Rolls

One Hour Cinnamon Rolls

from iambaker.net
30 min

One Hour Cinnamon Rolls are quick and delicious rolls with soft, fluffy dough, a sweet cinnamon filling, and a whipped cream cheese frosting. And, they are ready in about an hour (start the timer)! Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or any time you want a warm, comforting treat!

Ingredients

  • 3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) instant yeast
  • ½ cup water, (warmed in the microwave for about 30 seconds (to reach 105°F to 115°F))
  • ¼ cup (61 g) buttermilk, (warmed in the microwave for about 30 seconds (to reach 105°F to 115°F))
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, (melted)
  • 1 large egg, (room temperature)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, (melted, then slightly cooled)
  • ⅓ cup (67 g) light brown sugar, (packed)
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ cup (59.5 g) heavy whipping cream
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, (softened)
  • ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter, (softened)
  • 1 ½ cups (187.5 g) confectioners' sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch kosher salt

Directions

  1. 1

    To the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook attachment, add the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix on low speed for a few seconds to combine.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, combine the warm water, warm buttermilk, and melted butter. Stir to combine. The mixture should be about 105°F to activate the yeast in the next step.

  3. 3

    With the mixer on low speed, slowly pour the warm liquid mixture into the dry ingredients. Stop to scrape the sides of the bowl as needed.

  4. 4

    Once combined, add the egg and increase the mixer speed to medium. Knead the dough in the mixer for 4-5 minutes, or until the dough is smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky. (If the dough looks too dry, add a tablespoon of water; if it looks too wet, add a tablespoon of flour.)

  5. 5

    Form the dough into a ball and leave it in the mixer bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rest for 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Preheat oven to 200°F. Lightly spray a 9x9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

  7. 7

    After the dough has rested, transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough into a 10x15-inch rectangle, about ¼-inch thick.

  8. 8

    In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, light brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Spread the filling evenly over the entire surface of the dough.

  9. 9

    Starting on one of the long edges, roll the dough tightly into a log. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 9 evenly sized rolls. Place the rolls into the prepared baking dish with the cut sides facing up. Cover the dish with plastic wrap.

  10. 10

    While the rolls are baking, make the frosting. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the softened cream cheese, softened butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and kosher salt. Mix on low speed until just combined. Then, increase the speed to high and beat for 4–5 minutes, until the frosting is light and fluffy.