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Tender Mini Batch Cinnamon Rolls for Two Easy Homemade Recipe with Cream Cheese Glaze

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A cozy, tender cinnamon rolls recipe made just for two, featuring a soft dough with yogurt and a rich cream cheese glaze. Perfect for a small household or intimate brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup warm whole milk (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 tbsp plain yogurt, room temperature
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (50g), packed
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 oz cream cheese (57g), softened
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar (90g), sifted
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (for glaze)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tbsp milk (to thin glaze)

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk to about 110°F (43°C). Stir in the sugar and yeast, then let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy and bubbly.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, yogurt, and beaten egg. Add the yeast mixture to the wet ingredients once bubbly.
  3. Pour the wet mix into the flour and stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic but not sticky.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1 ½ hours until doubled in size.
  6. Mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl until creamy.
  7. Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 9×12 inch (23×30 cm) rectangle.
  8. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
  9. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log and cut into 6 equal pieces.
  10. Place the pieces cut-side up in a greased 9-inch round or small square baking pan, leaving space between each.
  11. Cover loosely and let rise for another 30-40 minutes until puffy and nearly doubled.
  12. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  13. While baking, beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add milk 1 tbsp at a time to reach drizzling consistency.
  14. Cool rolls for 10 minutes after baking, then drizzle cream cheese glaze generously on top. Serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh yeast for best rise. Knead dough until smooth and elastic but avoid over-flouring. Let the second rise complete fully for tender, fluffy rolls. Thin glaze with milk if too thick. Can add orange or lemon zest to glaze or filling for extra flavor. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour blend plus xanthan gum. For dairy-free, substitute coconut yogurt and vegan butter.

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