Old-Fashioned Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing

 


Soft, Gooey, and Filled with Classic Cinnamon Flavor

Few things are as comforting as a pan of homemade cinnamon rolls fresh from the oven. These old-fashioned cinnamon rolls feature soft, fluffy yeast dough, a buttery brown-sugar cinnamon filling, and a smooth cream cheese icing that melts beautifully over the warm rolls.

They do take a little time because the dough needs to rise, but every minute is worth it. The result is a warm, tender treat that's perfect for slow weekend mornings, holidays, brunches, or whenever you're craving something sweet and homemade.

Why You'll Love These Cinnamon Rolls

  • Soft and fluffy: Two rises help create a light, tender texture.
  • Rich cinnamon filling: Brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon create a classic sweet filling.
  • Creamy icing: Tangy cream cheese balances the sweetness perfectly.
  • Great for sharing: The recipe makes 12 generous rolls.
  • Perfect for special mornings: Serve them for breakfast, brunch, holidays, or a cozy afternoon treat.

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 4 cups (500 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • 1 cup (240 ml) warm milk
  • ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs

For the Cinnamon Filling

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1½ tablespoons ground cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Icing

  • 4 oz (½ block) cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1½ cups (180 g) powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

How to Make Old-Fashioned Cinnamon Rolls

1. Prepare the Dough

Pour the warm milk into a large mixing bowl and stir in the yeast and a small pinch of the sugar. Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes, until it becomes slightly foamy.

Add the melted butter, eggs, remaining sugar, salt, and about 2 cups of the flour. Mix until well combined. Gradually add the remaining flour until a soft dough forms.

2. Knead the Dough

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 5–8 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.

Avoid adding too much extra flour. The dough should feel soft rather than stiff.

3. Let the Dough Rise

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel.

Set the bowl somewhere warm and allow the dough to rise for about 1–1½ hours, or until it has doubled in size.

4. Make the Cinnamon Filling

While the dough rises, combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.

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