✔ 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour 🌾
✔ ¼ cup granulated sugar
✔ 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
✔ ½ teaspoon salt 🧂
✔ ¾ cup warm milk (110°F/45°C) 🥛
✔ ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted) 🧈
✔ 1 egg (room temperature) 🥚
For the Cinnamon-Walnut Filling:
✔ ½ cup unsalted butter (softened) 🧈
✔ ¾ cup brown sugar 🍯
✔ 1 tablespoon cinnamon 🌿
✔ ½ cup chopped walnuts (toasted for extra flavor!) 🌰
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
✔ 4 oz (½ block) cream cheese (softened) 🧀
✔ ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened) 🧈
✔ 1 cup powdered sugar
✔ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ✨
✔ 1-2 tablespoons milk (for desired consistency) 🥛
✅ Optional Add-ins: A pinch of nutmeg in the filling or a drizzle of caramel on top!