Ohhh 😍 Blonde Cinnamon Rolls — think classic cinnamon rolls but richer, more caramel-like, and buttery (thanks to brown sugar and vanilla). Soft, fluffy, and gooey in the center.
Here’s a foolproof version 👇
🤍 Blonde Cinnamon Rolls
🥣 Dough Ingredients
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3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
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½ tsp salt
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¾ cup warm milk (not hot)
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¼ cup melted butter
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1 egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
🍯 Blonde Filling
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½ cup softened butter
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¾ cup light brown sugar
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1–1½ tbsp cinnamon
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1 tbsp vanilla (this boosts the “blonde” flavor)
Optional: pinch of salt for salted caramel vibe.
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Dough
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Mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
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Add warm milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla.
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Knead 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Cover and let rise 1–1½ hours until doubled.
2️⃣ Roll & Fill
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Roll dough into a large rectangle (~¼ inch thick).
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Spread softened butter evenly.
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Mix brown sugar + cinnamon + vanilla.
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Sprinkle generously over butter.
3️⃣ Roll & Slice
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Roll tightly from the long side.
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Slice into 9–12 rolls.
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Place in a greased baking dish.
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Cover and rise 30–45 minutes.
4️⃣ Bake
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350°F (175°C)
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20–25 minutes until lightly golden.
🤎 Blonde Cream Cheese Glaze
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 tbsp butter
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla
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1–2 tbsp milk
Whip until smooth and spread over warm rolls.
✨ Tips for Ultra-Soft Rolls
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Don’t overflour the dough — slightly sticky is perfect.
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Pour 2–3 tbsp warm cream over the rolls before baking → extra gooey centers.
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Underbake slightly for soft texture.
If you want, I can also give:
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A no-yeast quick version
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A brown butter blonde version (next level flavor)
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Or a make-ahead overnight method