Ingredients

For the Dough

• 1 cup warm milk
• ¼ cup water, room temperature
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 4 cups bread flour
• ½ package instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast

For the Filling

• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup softened butter

For the Frosting

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1½ cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, water, melted butter, egg, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes.
2. Add bread flour, pudding mix, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead dough for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Roll dough into a large rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
5. Spread softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and cinnamon.
6. Roll dough tightly into a log and slice into rolls.
7. Place rolls into a greased baking dish and let rise again for 30–40 minutes.
8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 22–25 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. For the frosting, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
10. Spread frosting over warm cinnamon rolls before serving.

Tips

• Use room temperature ingredients for softer dough.
• Do not overbake to keep the rolls soft and fluffy.
• Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.