Panera Bread Cinnamon Roll – Copycat Recipe
Enjoy the delicious taste of Panera Bread’s cinnamon rolls at home! This easy copycat recipe features soft, fluffy dough filled with cinnamon sugar, topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast or dessert!
Recipe Details
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| Servings | 12 rolls |
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 pack active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add melted butter, eggs, and the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
- Roll the dough into a rectangle (about 16×12 inches) and brush with softened butter.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon and brown sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
- Roll the dough tightly and cut into 12 equal pieces. Place in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over warm rolls before serving.
Nutrition Information
| Calories | 350 calories |
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| Fat | 15g fat |
| Carbohydrates | 52g carbohydrates |
| Protein | 5g protein |
Handy Tips
- Make sure your milk is warm but not hot to activate the yeast properly.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon-sugar filling.
Ingredient Swaps
- All-Purpose Flour: Use bread flour for a chewier texture.
- Granulated Sugar: Substitute with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
- Cream Cheese: Use Greek yogurt for a lighter frosting.
