Description
Experience the joy of homemade cinnamon rolls with this delightful recipe. Soft, fluffy dough swirled with rich cinnamon and sugar, topped with a creamy glaze, makes for the perfect treat any time of day. Whether it’s a cozy weekend brunch or a festive gathering, these irresistible rolls will warm your heart and fill your home with the sweet aroma of baking.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk, granulated sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix in melted butter, eggs, and salt. Gradually stir in flour to form a soft dough; knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let rise in a warm area until doubled (about 1 hour).
- In another bowl, mix softened butter with brown sugar and cinnamon for the filling.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle, spread the filling evenly, then roll tightly and slice into rolls.
- Arrange rolls cut-side up on a lined baking sheet; let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While cooling, whisk powdered sugar with milk and vanilla for the glaze; drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (80g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg