Cinnamon Rolls

Directions

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   1. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon and set aside.
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   2. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to a 12 x 9 inch rectangle.
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   3. Sprinkle sugar mix evenly on top of the entire stretched out dough, except the outer edges (leave about 1 inch uncovered).
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   4. Brush melted butter on that outer inch of dough.
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   5. Beginning with one of the long sides, start rolling up the dough jelly roll style. Pinch edges to seal.
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   6. Cut the dough into nine or ten equal pieces and place cut side down into a buttered baking dish. Or if you prefer, you can cut smaller pieces for more cinnamon rolls of a smaller size.
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   7. Loosely cover the pan with plastic wrap and let the cinnamon rolls sit in a warm area to rise for 45 minutes.
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   8. Bake for about 35 minutes uncovered on 325 degrees F until golden brown.
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   9. While the cinnamon rolls are baking, make the icing. Whisk together the powdered sugar, mascarpone, cream cheese, buttermilk, and vanilla until well combined.
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    10. Brush melted butter lightly over tops of the warm cinnamon rolls and then drizzle icing over the tops. Serve warm!
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    Adapted from Giada De Laurentis