Delicious Cinnamon-Walnut Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

Delicious Cinnamon-Walnut Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting that’s perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat. These rolls are soft, buttery, and packed with a rich cinnamon-walnut filling, topped with a creamy, tangy frosting.

Cinnamon-Walnut Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon salt

4 cups all-purpose flour

For the Filling:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup packed brown sugar

2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

1 cup chopped walnuts

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

4 ounces cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Prepare the Dough:

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

Stir in sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes (or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5 minutes) until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Filling:

In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a paste.

Assemble the Rolls:

Punch down the dough and roll it out into a 16×12-inch rectangle.

Spread the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Sprinkle chopped walnuts over the filling.

Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from the long edge. Slice into 12 equal pieces.

Second Rise:

Arrange the rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes, or until puffy.

Bake:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:

Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth.

Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt, beating until creamy.

Frost and Serve:

Spread the frosting over the warm rolls.

Serve immediately and enjoy!