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Mini Egg Stuffed Cinnamon Rolls - Soft, Gooey, and Festive

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • For the dough: 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the filling: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, very soft
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups chocolate mini eggs, roughly chopped or lightly crushed
  • For the icing: 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp milk or cream
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • To finish: Extra mini eggs, chopped, for topping (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Mix the dough: In a large bowl, whisk flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then knead by hand 5–7 minutes (or in a mixer 4–5 minutes) until smooth and slightly tacky.
  • First rise: Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled, about 60–90 minutes.
  • Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, mix soft butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt into a spreadable paste. Lightly crush the mini eggs—aim for a mix of halves and small chunks.
  • Roll it out: Punch down the dough and roll into a 12x16-inch rectangle on a floured surface. Spread the cinnamon butter evenly, leaving a 1/2-inch border on the long edge farthest from you.
  • Add the mini eggs: Sprinkle the crushed mini eggs evenly over the filling, pressing them in gently so they stick.
  • Shape the rolls: Starting from the long edge nearest you, roll the dough into a tight log. Pinch the seam to seal. Trim the ends if messy, then slice into 12 even rolls using dental floss or a sharp knife.
  • Second rise: Arrange rolls in a greased 9x13-inch pan, cover lightly, and let rise until puffy, 30–45 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Bake: Bake 22–26 minutes, or until the centers read about 190°F (88°C) and the tops are lightly golden. If browning too fast, tent with foil for the last 5 minutes.
  • Make the icing: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt. Mix until creamy and spreadable.
  • Finish and serve: Spread icing over warm rolls. Top with extra chopped mini eggs if you like. Serve warm and gooey.