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Delicious Cream Cheese-Filled Hawaiian Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Cream Cheese-Filled Hawaiian Cinnamon Rolls

There's something incredibly comforting about the smell of freshly baked cinnamon rolls wafting through your home. These Cream Cheese-Filled Hawaiian Cinnamon Rolls are easy to make and an absolute delight that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour providing the perfect texture
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar to balance the flavors
  • 1 packet active dry yeast helps the rolls rise
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
  • 1 cup milk warmed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs binds everything together
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed for caramel flavor
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon quintessential spice
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened for spreading
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained for moisture
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut for flavor and texture
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened for richness
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar sweetens the filling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar for sweet drizzle
  • 2 tablespoons milk to thin out icing
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for aroma

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Floured Surface

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix warm milk, melted butter, and eggs. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients. Gradually add the remaining flour until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon. In another bowl, combine softened butter, crushed pineapple, and shredded coconut.
  4. Step 4: After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 16x12 inches).
  5. Step 5: Spread the softened butter on the dough, then sprinkle the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture evenly over it. Follow with the pineapple-coconut mixture.
  6. Step 6: Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces.
  7. Step 7: In a medium bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. Step 8: Place the cut rolls into a greased baking dish. Using a spoon, add a dollop of cream cheese filling on top of each roll.
  9. Step 9: Cover the baking dish with a towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
  10. Step 10: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  11. Step 11: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  12. Step 12: Drizzle the topping over the warm rolls and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week. These rolls also freeze beautifully!