Preparation Steps

• In a small bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center.
• Pour the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg into the well. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
• While the dough rises, prepare the filling. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. In another bowl, cream together softened butter.
• Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle on a floured surface.
• Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, leaving a small border. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the butter.
• Roll up the dough tightly from the long edge. Cut the roll into 12 equal slices.
• Place the rolls in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
• While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze. In a bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
• Let the rolls cool slightly in the pan before drizzling with the cream cheese glaze.