Cinnamon Rolls

Directions

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   For the filling:
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   In a bowl, mix the sugars and cinnamon until well blended. Set aside
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   For the dough :
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   In a large bowl, sprinkle yeast over the warm milk and let it stand for 5 minutes. Add warm but not hot melted butter, egg and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
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   In a medium bowl, sift then whisk flour, sugar and salt together. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet and knead until you have a smooth, elastic dough. This will take about 10 minutes.
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   Transfer to a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for one hour or until it doubles in size.
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   Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and lightly grease a baking pan. On a lightly floured surface or on a non-stick mat, roll the dough into a 16x23 inch (40x60 cm) rectangle. Spread the softened butter all over the dough and sprinkle the cinnamon sugars mixture over that.
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   Tightly roll up the dough starting from a long end then pinch the edges and seam to seal. Using a sharp knife, cut log into 12 equal slices and place rolls evenly in prepared pan. Cover and let them rise until doubled, about one hour.
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   Bake for 15-20 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack and let them cool
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    For the frosting:
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    In a bowl, cream the butter for a few seconds then add the cream cheese and mascarpone cheese. Beat until smooth and creamy.
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    On low speed, add the icing sugar. Beat until well incorporated. Add vanilla extract. Keep beating until frosting is smooth. Frost your warm rolls. Eat a warm rolls and enjoy!