Ingredients :
For the Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ tsp)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup water (if needed for kneading)
For the Filling:
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tbsp milk (optional for consistency)
Instructions :
1. Prepare Dough
Warm ½ cup milk to 105°F. Whisk with ¼ cup sugar and 1 packet yeast. Let foam 5 mins. Add 1 egg, ¼ cup melted butter, and 1 tsp vanilla. Mix in 3 cups flour and ¼ tsp salt. Knead 8 mins until elastic.
2. First Rise
Place dough in greased bowl, cover with damp towel. Rise 1-1.5 hours until doubled.
3. Roll & Fill
Roll dough to 12×16″ rectangle. Spread ¼ cup softened butter. Mix ½ cup brown sugar + 2 tbsp cinnamon; sprinkle over butter. Top with ¾ cup walnuts. Roll tightly from long edge.
4. Cut & Proof
Slice into 12 rolls with dental floss or serrated knife. Place in greased baking dish. Cover, rise 30 mins until puffy.
5. Bake
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 22-25 mins until golden. Cool 5 mins.
6. Make Frosting
Beat 4oz cream cheese + 2 tbsp butter until smooth. Add 1 cup powdered sugar + 1 tsp vanilla. Thin with 1-2 tbsp milk if needed.
