Description
Delicious cinnamon rolls with a spooky twist, perfect for Halloween gatherings and family fun.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (lukewarm)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 8 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Warm the milk until lukewarm. Stir in the yeast and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy. Mix flour, sugar, salt, and melted butter in a large bowl. Add the yeast mixture and eggs, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a tea towel, and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Make the Filling: Combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter in a bowl until spreadable.
- Roll Out the Dough: Punch down the dough and roll into a rectangle. Spread the filling evenly, leaving a border.
- Shape the Rolls: Roll the dough tightly, slice into 12-16 pieces, and place in a greased baking dish.
- Second Rise: Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Avoid over-baking.
- Prepare the Frosting: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Decorate: Drizzle the frosting over cooled rolls and add spooky decorations if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the rolls warm and enjoy with family and friends!
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend. For a vegan option, substitute ingredients as noted in the recipe.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, Halloween, dessert, family recipe, baking