Cinnamon Walnut Rolls with Maple Cream Cheese Glaze

Soft, fluffy, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor, these Cinnamon Walnut Rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Topped with a decadent maple cream cheese glaze, they’re a treat everyone will love.

Ingredients

For the Dough

• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
• ¼ cup sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• ¾ cup warm milk
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs

For the Filling

• ½ cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp BRY Foods ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup chopped walnuts (optional, for crunch)
• ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened

For the Maple Glaze

• ½ cup cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup pure maple syrup
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: 1 tsp rose water for a floral note
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Make the Dough

1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Add melted butter, eggs, and flour. Mix and knead until smooth (about 10 minutes).
3. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

2. Prepare the Filling

1. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
2. Roll out the dough into a rectangle about ¼-inch thick.
3. Spread softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture. Add chopped walnuts, if using.

3. Roll & Cut

1. Roll the dough tightly from the long side.
2. Cut into 10–12 rolls and place in a greased baking dish.
3. Let rise for another 30–40 minutes until puffy.

4. Bake

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.

5. Make the Glaze

Whisk together cream cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, rose water (if using), and a pinch of salt. Drizzle over warm rolls.

🌿 Tips & Variations

• Add a sprinkle of BRY Foods cardamom to the filling for a subtle Middle Eastern twist.
• These rolls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
• For extra indulgence, serve warm with a cup of coffee or tea.