Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Proofing Time 2 hours hrs
Total Time 2 hours hrs 55 minutes mins
For the Yeast:
- ¼ cup water, heated to 115° F (46° C)
- 1 teaspoon white sugar, granulated
- 1 package dry active yeast, or 2 ¼ teaspoons
For the Rolls:
- ¾ cup whole milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup butter, unsalted, and melted
- 3 ½ tablespoons white sugar, granulated
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 cups flour, all-purpose, and added one cup at a time
For the Filling:
- ½ cup butter, unsalted, softened at room temperature
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup white sugar, granulated
- 1½ tablespoons cinnamon, ground
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 6 tablespoons butter, unsalted, softened at room temperature
- 1½ cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract