Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Activate the Yeast: In a bowl, add warm milk (make sure it's between 100-110°F), 1 tablespoon of sugar, and yeast. Mix briefly and let sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
- Make the Dough: Add the eggs, softened butter, remaining sugar, both flours, and salt to the activated yeast. Mix with a dough hook on low speed until combined, then increase to medium speed and knead until smooth (about 5 minutes).
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let rise until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
- Prepare the Filling: While the dough is rising, combine softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, flour, vanilla extract, and salt in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and set aside.
Cooking
- Roll It Out: Once the dough has doubled, roll it out onto a lightly floured surface into a rectangle approximately 1/4-inch thick. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, and sparsely sprinkle rainbow sprinkles on top.
- Shape the Rolls: Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut the log into 9 equal rolls and place in a greased baking dish.
- Second Rise: Cover the rolls and let them rise again until doubled in size, about 1 hour. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- Bake: Once risen, bake the rolls for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
Finishing
- Make the Frosting: While the rolls are baking, prepare the frosting by mixing cream cheese, softened butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Frost and Garnish: As soon as the rolls come out of the oven, spread frosting over the warm rolls and top with additional rainbow sprinkles.
Notes
These rolls can be kept at room temperature for 1-2 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or frozen for up to 2 months. Feel free to use non-dairy milk, flaxseed mixture for eggs, and vegan alternatives for a vegan option.
