SunKissed Cinnamon Rolls with Honey Yogurt Frosting

These cinnamon rolls are a beloved classic, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anything in between. The addition of yogurt and honey in the frosting, along with nutmeg and citrus zest in the filling, will give these rolls a unique and delicious depth of flavor!

Ingredients

Dough

• 4 large eggs, at room temperature
• 3/4 cup warm whole milk (100 to 110°F [35 to 42°C])
• 1/4 cup [85 g] honey
• 4 cups [568 g] all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 10 tablespoons [1 1/4 sticks or 142 g] unsalted butter, at room temperature, cut into 1-inch [2.5 cm] pieces

Filling

• 1/2 cup [100 g] packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Zest of 1 orange or lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
• Pinch salt
• 2 tablespoons [29 g] unsalted butter, melted and cooled

Frosting

• 8 tablespoons [1 stick or 113 g] unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1/2 cup [125 g] plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
• 1/4 cup [85 g] honey
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup [100 g] granulated sugar

Cooking Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the warm milk, honey, and eggs.
   • In a large bowl, combine flour, instant yeast, and salt. Add the milk mixture and the butter. Mix until a dough forms.
   • Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
   • Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap or a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

2. Make the Filling:

   • In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and citrus zest with a pinch of salt.

3. Form the Rolls:

   • Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 16 x 24 inches).
   • Spread the melted butter over the rolled-out dough, then sprinkle the filling mixture evenly over the top.
   • Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces.
   • Place the rolls in a greased baking dish or on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and let them rise for another 30-60 minutes.