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Maple Cinnamon Rolls

Delicious and fluffy Maple Cinnamon Rolls filled with a rich cinnamon and maple filling, topped with creamy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for cozy mornings!
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 9 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the dough
  • 2/3 cup whole milk (preferably warm) Warm slightly to activate the yeast.
  • 5 tablespoons granulated sugar Organic is preferable.
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast Look for a reliable brand.
  • 2 large eggs Should be at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup bread flour Provides structure.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
For the filling
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened.
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar Packed.
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup Quality matters; Grade A or B recommended.
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
For the frosting
  • 3 ounces cream cheese Softened to room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Softened.
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon maple extract Enhances flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a stand mixer bowl, combine the warm milk, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and yeast. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
  2. Add the eggs, softened butter, remaining sugar, all-purpose flour, bread flour, and salt to the bowl. Mix on low with the dough hook until combined. Increase the speed to medium and knead for about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  3. Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size—about 1 to 2 hours.
Rolling and Filling
  1. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out onto a floured surface into a 10x15 inch rectangle.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt. Spread this mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough, reaching the edges.
  3. Starting from one long side, carefully roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut it into 9 equal pieces and arrange them in a greased baking dish. Cover and let them rise again until doubled, about another hour.
Baking and Frosting
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Bake the rolls for 35-40 minutes until golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped.
  2. While the rolls are baking, beat the cream cheese, softened butter, confectioners' sugar, maple syrup, and maple extract in your stand mixer until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Once the rolls are out of the oven and still warm, frost them generously with the cream cheese frosting. Serve warm.

Notes

These rolls are best enjoyed fresh; leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or frozen for up to 2 months. You can also prepare the rolls up to the first rise and refrigerate the dough overnight, bringing it back to room temperature before rolling out.