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Funfetti Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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These Funfetti Cinnamon Rolls bring a colorful twist to the classic cinnamon roll recipe. Soft, fluffy dough loaded with rainbow sprinkles, layered with a sweet cinnamon sugar filling, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting and extra sprinkles for a festive finish. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a celebratory treat.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • ½ cup warm water (about 110°F)
  • ½ cup whole milk (room temperature)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons dry active yeast
  • ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • ½ cup confetti sprinkles

Cinnamon Sugar Filling

  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup dark brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch kosher salt

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • Pinch kosher salt
  • Additional confetti sprinkles, to garnish

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: Sprinkle the dry active yeast over the warm water and milk mixture. Add 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and stir gently. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes until bubbles form and the yeast becomes active.
  2. Mix Dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the yeast mixture with the remaining ¼ cup sugar, whole egg, and egg yolk. Whisk salt into the flour separately. Gradually add 2 cups of the flour to the yeast mixture and mix with the dough hook on low speed. Add another 1 cup of flour while continuing to knead. Incorporate the softened butter, adding 1 tablespoon at a time. Finally, add the remaining 1 cup of flour and knead until the dough is smooth and cleans the bowl sides.
  3. Add Sprinkles: Mix in ½ cup confetti sprinkles evenly throughout the dough using the dough hook attachment.
  4. First Rise: Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise at room temperature for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
  5. Shape Dough: Punch down the risen dough and place it on a lightly floured surface. Roll it out into a 20 x 14-inch rectangle. Spread the ⅓ cup of softened butter evenly over the surface.
  6. Make Filling: In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt. Sprinkle this cinnamon sugar mix evenly over the buttered dough, pressing it lightly to adhere.
  7. Roll and Slice: Starting from the longer side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal-sized rolls. Arrange the rolls in a greased 9 x 12-inch baking pan.
  8. Second Rise: Cover the rolls with plastic wrap and let them rest at room temperature for 30-45 minutes until they rise and puff up.
  9. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the plastic wrap and bake the rolls for 30-35 minutes until the tops are golden brown and an internal temperature of 185°F is reached. Let the rolls rest for 5 minutes to cool slightly.
  10. Prepare Frosting: Beat together the cream cheese and ¼ cup unsalted butter until smooth. Add the sifted powdered sugar and pinch of kosher salt, and beat until the frosting is thick and creamy.
  11. Frost and Garnish: Spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls and garnish with additional confetti sprinkles for a festive appearance.

Notes

  • Ensure water is warm but not hot to activate the yeast properly.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for easier mixing and better dough texture.
  • Do not overbake to keep rolls soft and tender.
  • Allow rolls to cool slightly before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Confetti sprinkles add color but may bleed slightly during baking; choose high-quality non-bleeding sprinkles if possible.

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