There's something truly magical about waking up to the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls wafting through the air. It's a scent that promises warmth, comfort, and the simple joys of life. Today, I'm excited to share with you a recipe that has become a staple in many households - CG Hunter's Morning Cinnamon Rolls. 

Ingredients: 

For the dough: 

• 1 cup warm milk 
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar 
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted 
• 2 large eggs 
• 4 cups all-purpose flour 
• 1 teaspoon salt 

For the filling: 

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed 
• 2 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 

For the icing: 

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 
• 2 ounces cream cheese, softened 
• 1 cup powdered sugar 
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 
• Pinch of salt 

Instructions: 

• Prepare the Dough: 

• In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until the yeast is foamy. 
• Add sugar, melted butter, eggs, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms. 
• Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. 
• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size. 

• Make the Filling: 

• In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until well combined. Set aside. 

• Assemble the Rolls: 

• Once the dough has doubled in size, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a 16x21-inch rectangle. 
• Spread the cinnamon sugar filling evenly over the dough, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges. 
• Starting from the long side, tightly roll up the dough into a log. 
• Cut the dough into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. 
• Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes. 

• Bake the Rolls: 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). 
• Once the rolls have risen, bake them in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. 

• Prepare the Icing: 

• While the rolls are baking, prepare the icing. In a medium mixing bowl, beat together softened butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy. 

• Serve and Enjoy: 

• Once the cinnamon rolls are done baking, let them cool slightly before drizzling with the cream cheese icing. 
• Serve warm and enjoy the gooey, indulgent goodness of CG Hunter's Morning Cinnamon Rolls.