To make homemade Cinnabon balls, start by preparing the dough. Use a milk bread dough recipe or a Japanese milk bread dough with added ingredients to make it brioche-like. Allow the dough to rise, then divide it into small pieces.
Next, prepare the filling. Mix cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add a bit of milk to get the right consistency.
Now, assemble and fry the Cinnabon balls. Place a dollop of the cream cheese filling in the center of each dough piece. Let the dough rest for 30 minutes, then fry in oil at 170°C – 180°C until golden brown.
After frying, coat the balls with cinnamon sugar. Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl, then roll the fried dough balls in the mixture while they are still warm.
Finally, fill the balls with more cream cheese filling. Use a piping bag or a ziplock bag with the corner cut off to fill the dough balls with the cream cheese mixture.
These steps will help you create crispy, cinnamon sugar-coated Cinnabon delights filled with a creamy cheese frosting. Enjoy making and eating these delicious treats!