To make a Cinnabon roll, start by mixing flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Next, warm milk and butter together, then whisk in yeast until it dissolves. Pour this yeast mixture over the dry ingredients, add an egg, and mix everything together thoroughly.
Once mixed, knead the dough by hand for about 3 minutes until it becomes soft and smooth. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes to allow the gluten to settle. While waiting, prepare the filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread the butter and sugar mixture on top, and roll it up into a log. Cut the log into 10-12 rolls and place them in a greased pan. Cover the pan and let the rolls rise in a warm environment for 60-90 minutes or until they double in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the rolls for 24-27 minutes or until they turn lightly browned. While the rolls bake, beat cream cheese, butter, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy to make the frosting. Once baked, spread the frosting over the warm rolls and serve immediately. Enjoy your homemade Cinnabon rolls!