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Viral TikTok Cinnamon Rolls Made with Half and Half

Four golden brown tiktok cinnamon rolls with half and half drizzled with white icing stacked on a white plate.
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Follow this reliable recipe to make the popular, fluffy, and gooey cinnamon rolls seen on TikTok, using half and half for an extra rich dough and glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm milk (105-115°F)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup Half and Half
  • 1 large egg
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar (for filling)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1/4 cup Half and Half (for glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm milk and granulated sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a saucepan over low heat, melt the 1/2 cup of butter with the 1/2 cup of Half and Half until just warm. Do not boil. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Add the slightly cooled butter mixture, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
  4. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
  5. Knead the dough for 5 to 7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel.
  6. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size. This makes a quick rise cinnamon roll bake.
  7. While the dough rises, prepare the filling: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined into a paste.
  8. Punch down the risen dough gently. Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle, about 12×18 inches.
  9. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border on one long edge.
  10. Starting from the long edge opposite the border, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam closed.
  11. Slice the log into 12 equal rolls. Place the rolls cut-side up in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Cover the pan loosely.
  12. Let the rolls rest for a second rise for 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  13. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
  14. While the rolls bake, prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, 1/4 cup of Half and Half, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  15. Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately pour the glaze evenly over the hot rolls. Let them sit for 10 minutes before serving for gooey cinnamon rolls.

Notes

  • For an overnight cinnamon roll variation, place the pan of shaped rolls in the refrigerator after the second rise. Bake them the next morning, adding 5-10 minutes to the baking time.
  • You can use heavy cream instead of Half and Half in the glaze, but the Half and Half provides a lighter, creamy texture.
  • Ensure your yeast is active by testing it in warm water before mixing it into the dough.

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