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Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting (Makes 12 Rolls)

Recipe Notes: If you want to break up the work even further, you can make the dough and store in the refrigerator up to 24 hours prior to rolling out and shaping your rolls. Just be sure to allow it to come to room temperature before trying to roll it out. You can also make the maple cream cheese frosting in advance. Simply refrigerate in an air-tight container with a layer of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the frosting for up to 48 hours in advance. We packed our rolls tightly into a pan because it fits more easily in the fridge, but you can also space them further apart on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet if you’d like them to puff up a bit more. Note that we used instant yeast (versus active dry) so you can skip out on the extra step of activating yeast.

Cinnamon Rolls Ingredients

Dough:

• 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup milk, warmed to approximately 100°F
• 12 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature and divided into 1-inch pieces
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing your baking pan
• 3/4 cup brown sugar mixed with 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Maple Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature
• 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1-3 tablespoons milk (optional)

Equipment:

• stand mixer with a dough hook
• 9- x 13-inch baking dish or a “half-sheet” pan

Directions For Cinnamon Rolls

1. Make the dough. In the bowl of your stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and warm milk.

3. Add wet mixture to your dry ingredients. Using the dough hook attachment, mix on medium speed until the dough forms a large cohesive mass. If the mixture still has dry patches of flour you can add extra milk, a tablespoon at a time, as needed.

4. Add the butter one piece at a time, waiting 20 seconds or so between each addition and continuing to mix for another minute or two after all the butter has been incorporated. The dough should be fairly sticky at this point.

5. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead a few times by hand to form a smooth ball.

6. Place in a lightly greased bowl, cover loosely with plastic wrap and allow to rise in a warm area.

7. After an hour, the dough should approximately double in size.

8. Shape into rolls. When the dough is ready, turn out onto a floured work surface and punch down a few times before shaping into a rough rectangle.

9. Use a rolling pin to roll dough into a large, even rectangle, approximately 18- x 10-inches.

10. Brush the melted butter all the way to the edges of the dough. Spread the sugar-cinnamon mixture evenly over the butter, leaving a 1/2-inch border on one of the long edges.

11. Starting with the opposite long edge, slowly roll the rectangle into a log, and gently press to seal along the buttered edge.

12. Place the log seam-side down and, using a serrated knife, slice into pieces approximately 1 1/2-inches wide.

13. Place rolls into a buttered baking dish and cover with plastic wrap. You may find it helpful to place the rolls with the loose ends tucked against the side of the pan to prevent from unrolling. Refrigerate overnight for a slow rise (the dough will slowly rise again for a second time). Alternatively, let them rise for an hour in a warm place in your kitchen.

14. The next morning (or after the second rise), pre-heat the oven to 350°F. If you removed the rolls from the refrigerator, allow them to come to almost room temperature, approximately one hour. You should also remove your frosting ingredients from the fridge and allow them to come to room temperature during this time.

15. When the rolls are ready, bake on a rack in the middle of the oven until set and golden brown on top, about 25 to 30 minutes. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes before frosting.

16. Make the frosting while the rolls are baking. In the bowl of a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or in a large bowl with an electric mixer, cream together the butter and cream cheese. Mix in the maple syrup, and then the powdered sugar in two parts, mixing until smooth and fluffy. If the frosting is still too stiff, you can thin it out a little with some milk.

17. Spread frosting generously over the tops of your piping hot rolls. Serve them up and enjoy!

Who are Miley Cyrus real siblings?

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Miley Cyrus has a total of five siblings! Braison and Noah are the children of Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus, making them Miley's full siblings. Brandi and Trace are Tish's children from her first marriage with Baxter Neal Helson. Billy Ray also has a son named Christopher from a previous relationship with a woman named Kristin Luckey.

Are Miley and Noah half sisters?

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Because of how beautifully blended the Cyrus family is, there has been confusion surrounding how Miley and Noah are related. Miley and Noah are full siblings are not half sisters, contrary to popular belief! Miley is seven years older than Noah, and the two seem to be very close.

Everything To Know About Miley Cyrus' Siblings

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Brandi Cyrus, 36

Brandi Cyrus was born on May 26, 1987, and was adopted by Billy Ray in December 1993. Brandi is also in the entertainment industry, though in a completely different way than Miley. She previously co-hosted a show on Bravo called Cyrus vs. Cyrus: Design andConquer. Now she co-hosts two podcasts called Your Favorite Thing and Sorry We’re Stoned.

Like Miley and Noah, Brandi and Noah seem to have a very close-knit relationship! Brandi has joined her sister at multiple awards shows and is never shy about gushing about her younger sister's undeniable talent.

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Trace Cyrus, 34

Trace Cyrus was born on February 24, 1989, and was also adopted by Billy Ray Cyrus after he married Trish Cyrus. Trace is also a musical icon and is the lead singer of the popular band, Metro Station. A fun — and often-forgotten — fact is that Trace was previously engaged to Brenda Song! He was also with musician Taylor Lauren Sanders, and he's publicly credited Miley for helping him get through that difficult breakup.

Christopher Cyrus, 31

Christopher Cyrus was born on April 8, 1992 to Kristin Luckey. Though the rest of his siblings remain in the spotlight, Christopher chooses to live a more low-key life. There is little known about what he is up to, and he's not currently publicly active on social media.

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Braison Cyrus, 29

Braison Cyrus was born on May 9, 1994, in Nashville and shares the musical abilities that much of his family boasts. He has performed his music and showed off his talent on shows like The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. He got married to Stella McBride Cyrus in November 2019, and the sweet couple welcomed their first baby on June 8, 2021. Their adorable little boy is named Bear Chance Cyrus!

Earlier this month Braison announced his Nashville residency at the Hillsboro Village, proving that he's still carrying on the family's musical legacy.

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Noah Cyrus, 24

Noah Cyrus was born on January 8, 2000, and began her life in the spotlight at the early age of 2 through her appearance on her dad's show. She was also featured on Hannah Montana a few times! Nowadays, she doesn't seem to be pursuing acting anymore, preferring music instead.

Noah is incredibly talented like her older siblings and even earned a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist in 2001. Miley has been very vocal about her pride for her little sister and how she's who she looks up to. Noah has also been open about how it wasn't easy growing up as Miley's sister because she was constantly being compared to her.

Now, Noah seems to have happily established herself and her talent in her own right and she is engaged to a fashion designer named Pinkus.

Is Miley Cyrus related to Dolly Parton?

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If you've ever watched Hannah Montana, you've seen firsthand that Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton have undeniable chemistry. Dolly gives off "cool aunt" vibes, and the two are often seen performing together! This has led to speculation that Miley and Dolly are actually related. This is not the case, but these strong and talented women do have a special bond, and Dolly is Miley's godmother!

Today we’re teaming up with Studio Ink to show you how to host the most epic Galentine’s Day brunch. We’ve got everything from red velvet heart waffles to DIY centerpieces to Galentine card writing stations. Studio Ink has an awesome collection of cards that are the perfect mix of sweet, sentimental, funny and cute. It’s not truly Galentine’s Day unless you send your besties Valentines… I mean, Galentines! Alright, let’s dive in.

What does Galentine mean?

Galentines are like Valentines, but for the girls! Though you may have a lover in your life, this holiday is all about celebrating your platonic friendships with your girl friends and just having fun with it! The holiday is slated for Feburary 13, the day before Valentine's Day, so you can have all the time to cherish your gal pals. Funnily enough, the day was coined by none other than the iconic Leslie Knope from Parks and Recreation.

What food is eaten on Galentine's Day?

Your Galentine's Day grub is really up to you and the girls, but the most popular bites include dips and chips, stuffed peppers, veggie skewers, waffles, cookies, cupcakes, cake pops, deviled eggs, bruschettas and charcuterie snacks. Finger foods are always a good way to go for any gathering.

What do you bring to a Galentine's Day brunch?

For a Galentine's brunch, you can bring food items like cute snacks, desserts (topped with heart sprinkles, of course), healthy meals, drink mixers or mocktails. You can also bring handmade cards or gifts for each of your friends, and of course you have to bring your love!

The Spread

First, let’s talk about the food. It’s not brunch without a fabulous array of treats. For our Galentine’s Day brunch, the perfect setup includes: berry parfaits, donut skewers, mini muffins, bellinis and a red velvet waffle bar, displayed under a simple backdrop of letter balloons, paper hearts and tassels.

Decorate your table with a few gold bottles and single flower stems. You don’t want your table to be too cluttered, because you’ll want to also have space for all the card writing you’ll do!

Galentine’s Day Card Mailboxes

All your Galentine’s Day cards now have a home.

Add some stickers to your mailbox for extra cute flair. You can download these Studio Ink Galentine’s Day stickers here. Just print on sticker paper and cut them out!

Check out some tips and tricks for making your cards.

You’ve got mail!

I see more mail in the future. <3

Check out how cute these cards are!

I don’t know about you… but all this card writing is getting me hungry. Which brings me to….

Galentine's Brunch Foods

These red velvet waffles were a hit when we tested the recipe at the Brit + Co kitchen, and they certainly will be a hit on your Galentine’s Day brunch table.

Red Velvet Heart Waffles With Cream Cheese Glaze

Make these waffles with your favorite mix or from your go-to cookbook. Place the waffles on a platter along with the glaze and other toppings. We’re using heart-shaped sprinkles, obviously.

Drizzle the glaze on your waffles with a spoon or with a pitcher. No matter how you do that drizz, your waffles will be delicious!

Mmm, delightful!

Okay, I already know I want seconds. What better way to wash down your second (and maybe third) helping of waffles than with a bellini? Check out this downloadable signature recipe here!

Brunch babes!

What happens at the end of 13 Going on 30?

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After Jenna returns from her time jump (which I'm firmly convinced is a dream), reconnects with Matty, and bravely confronts Tom-Tom and the Six Chicks, we see one of my favorite rom-com endings ever. Jenna and Matt (played by Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo) tie the knot and settle into a charming pink house before sharing a packet of razzles. However, one detail about the whole scene means I'll never watch 13 Going on 30 the same way again: the house they move into as a married couple mirrors the dream house Matty thoughtfully created for Jenna's 13th birthday party.

The fact their real house looks exactly like the dream house is much more than a fun design detail. This connection between their past life and their present life carries profound emotional implications because it reflects Matty's unwavering devotion to Jenna's dreams.

Do Matt and Jenna end up together in 13 Going on 30?

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We see right from the beginning of the movie that there's always been a bond between Matty and Jenna. They have inside jokes, and even though they both have opposite reactions to middle school popularity, they know they can count on each other. And the dream house is the one object that represents both how well Matt knows Jenna and how much he genuinely cares about what she cares about.

His willingness to create the dream house in the first place highlights his attentiveness and kindness, especially since it's filled with so many things she loves. Matt's entire arc — from making the dream house to splitting a pack of Razzles at the park because Jenna loves them — shows that he loves with his actions. After he warms up to the idea that Jenna's in his life again, he loves her with open arms, and it takes Jenna learning he's engaged to someone else to realize she loves him back.

What is the lesson of 13 Going on 30?

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Jenna finally accepting Matt and his pink house after throwing him out of her birthday party as kids highlights her own growth as a character. After an entire movie where Jenna moves through her supposed dream life, the 13 Going on 30 movie ending highlights that her true dream life is one spent with the person she loves — not one that gives her a glitzy lifestyle at the expense of all her relationships.

The end of the movie isn't about giving up an independent lifestyle or swapping the excitement of New York City for the suburbs. It's more that Jenna did get everything she ever wanted — the job, the money, the fashion — but she was doing it all alone. She got to the top, and it didn't make her happy. To me, the true lesson in 13 Going on 30 is that relationships in all their forms are so much more meaningful than whatever material things we could accumulate.

Where can I watch 13 Going on 30?

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13 Going on 30 is streaming on Netflix right now. You can also watch a 13 Going on 30 cast reunion in The Adam Project, which brings Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo back together!

Why did Mark Ruffalo almost quit 13 Going on 30?

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Mark Ruffalo is literally such a perfect Matt that I can't believe he almost backed out of 13 Going On 30 altogether! Because of his initial hesitation to dance in the Halloween party's "Thriller" scene, Jennifer Garner had to convince him to stay in the movie.

"The dancing was horrible. I almost didn't want to do this movie," he says in an interview. "I literally read it and I'm like 'I can't do this movie. I can't get up and do those scenes'...When [Jennifer Garner] dragged me out (onto the dance floor) she was literally dragging me out and I had hours of rehearsal with a dance coach who taught me how to do all the moves and stuff and still, when we got into actually shooting it and there were 300 extras around, I did not want to do that scene."

But Mark Ruffalo's nerves (and his self-perceived lack of dancing skills) definitely go unnoticed onscreen. And the fact that Mark can seamlessly capturing the essence of stepping out of your comfort zone for love shows just how perfect he is for the role — and makes me love him even more.