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Cozy Mummy Cinnamon Rolls with Candy Eye Cream Cheese Frosting

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Soft, sweet cinnamon rolls with a playful Halloween mummy twist, topped with tangy cream cheese frosting and candy eyes. Perfect for festive gatherings and cozy fall mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 cup (240ml) warm whole milk (about 110°F/43°C)
  • ⅓ cup (67g) granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ⅔ cup (135g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup (57g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup (57g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (180g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tbsp whole milk or heavy cream
  • Halloween candy eyes (about 12-15 pieces)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk (110°F/43°C) with sugar and yeast. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy and bubbly.
  2. Make the dough: In a large bowl or stand mixer, mix together the flour and salt. Add melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic, adding flour if sticky.
  3. First rise: Lightly grease a bowl, place dough inside, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1 ½ hours until doubled in size.
  4. Prepare the filling: Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth and spreadable.
  5. Roll out the dough: Punch down dough and roll on floured surface into a 16×12 inch rectangle. Spread cinnamon filling evenly, leaving a small border.
  6. Form the rolls: Roll dough tightly from the long side into a log. Cut into 12 equal slices (~1 ½ inches each). Arrange in greased 9×13-inch pan with space between.
  7. Second rise: Cover loosely and let rolls rise for 30-40 minutes until puffy.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Tent with foil if tops brown too fast.
  9. Make frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until creamy and spreadable.
  10. Decorate: After rolls cool about 10 minutes, spread frosting generously and place 2 candy eyes on each roll.

Notes

Use a kitchen thermometer to keep milk at 110°F to avoid killing yeast. Don’t skip the second rise for fluffy rolls. Butter or parchment paper the pan to prevent sticking. Frost rolls while warm but not hot to avoid melting frosting. Dough can be prepared and refrigerated overnight before baking.

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Keywords: cinnamon rolls, Halloween dessert, mummy cinnamon rolls, cream cheese frosting, candy eyes, easy cinnamon rolls, fall baking, spooky treats

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