1️⃣ Prepare the Dough:
In a large bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the milk and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients:
Add melted butter, salt, and the egg to the yeast mixture. Mix well.

3️⃣ Add Flour:
Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. You may not need all the flour.

4️⃣ Knead the Dough:
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5️⃣ First Rise:
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-1.5 hours.

6️⃣ Prepare the Filling:
In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.

7️⃣ Roll Out the Dough:
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it into a rectangle about 16×24 inches.

8️⃣ Spread the Filling:
Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

9️⃣ Roll and Slice:
Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice the log into 12-15 rolls.

? Second Rise:
Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffy.

1️⃣1️⃣ Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

1️⃣2️⃣ Bake:
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

1️⃣3️⃣ Prepare the Frosting (optional):
In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add milk as needed for a creamy consistency.

1️⃣4️⃣ Frost and Serve:
Allow the cinnamon rolls to cool slightly before spreading the frosting on top. Enjoy your delicious homemade cinnamon rolls! ?️?