Sugar Cookie Cinnamon Rolls

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1. 1

   Schritt 1. Make the tangzhong

   Whisk the milk and flour over medium-low heat until thickened, then let cool.

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2. 2

   Schritt 2. Proof the yeast

   5 Min.

   Mix the warm milk, sugar and yeast, and let sit 5 minutes until foamy.

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3. 3

   Schritt 3. Knead the dough

   Add the butter, eggs, extracts and tangzhong, then mix in the milk powder, salt and bread flour gradually. Knead until smooth, adding flour as needed.

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4. 4

   Schritt 4. Let the dough rise

   Cover the dough and let it rise until doubled.

5. 5

   Schritt 5. Make the cookie filling

   Cream the softened butter and sugar, mix in the egg and extracts, then add the flour and salt until a soft cookie dough forms.

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   Schritt 6. Shape the rolls

   Roll the dough into a rectangle, spread the cookie dough evenly over it, and sprinkle with Christmas nonpareils. Cut into about 12 strips and roll each individually. Place in a lined baking dish.

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   Schritt 7. Second rise

   30 Min.

   Cover the rolls and let rise 25–35 minutes until slightly puffy.

8. 8

   Schritt 8. Bake the rolls

   27m 30s

   Brush the tops with heavy cream and bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, or until cooked through.

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9. 9

   Schritt 9. Make the frosting

   Whip the softened butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Add the remaining ingredients and mix until smooth, adding cream as needed.

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    Schritt 10. Frost the rolls

    Spread the frosting over slightly warm rolls and finish with extra Christmas sprinkles.

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