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Maple Cinnamon Rolls

Maple Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 to 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Warm milk and stir in 4 tbsp melted butter and sugar. Add yeast, let bloom 5-7 minutes. Mix in egg, salt, and flour. Knead 8-10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise 1 to 1 1/2 hours until doubled.
  2. Punch down dough, roll into an 18x12 inch rectangle. Spread 2 tbsp softened butter, sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon, and drizzle with 2 tbsp maple syrup. Roll up tightly from the long side and pinch seam.
  3. Cut into 12 slices. Arrange in greased 9x13 pan, cover, and let rise 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls 25-30 minutes until deep golden. Cool in pan 5 minutes.
  5. Beat cream cheese, 2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp maple syrup, powdered sugar, and vanilla until thick. Spread over warm rolls and serve.

Notes

The dough can be chilled overnight after the first rise (see FAQ). Let it come to room temperature before rolling. Use dark grade A maple syrup for a stronger maple taste in the filling and glaze.