Description
Cinnamon rolls are a classic comfort food that combines fluffy dough with a rich, buttery cinnamon filling, topped with a sweet glaze. The warm aroma of these homemade treats will fill your kitchen and your heart, making them the perfect indulgence for breakfast or dessert. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a cozy morning at home, these cinnamon rolls will delight your taste buds and impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (warm)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt; knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for about an hour.
- Mix softened butter with brown sugar and cinnamon for the filling.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle (¼ inch thick), spread the filling evenly, and roll tightly.
- Cut into slices (1 to 1½ inches thick) and place in a greased baking dish. Let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix powdered sugar with vanilla extract and milk for the glaze; drizzle over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg