Cinnamon Rolls
Cinnamon rolls are the ultimate comfort food, filling your kitchen with a cozy, sweet aroma that invites everyone to indulge. With their fluffy texture and delightful cinnamon sugar filling, these rolls are perfect for brunch or dessert. Topped with creamy icing, each bite melts in your mouth and brings smiles all around. Whether for a lazy Sunday morning or a festive gathering, this easy recipe will impress your guests without keeping you tied to the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Warm milk to about 110°F, sprinkle yeast over it, and let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Gradually add to the yeast mixture until shaggy dough forms.
- Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- On a floured surface, roll into a rectangle (1/4 inch thick). Brush with melted butter and sprinkle filling evenly.
- Roll tightly from one edge into a log and slice into 12 pieces.
- Place slices in a greased baking dish; cover and let rise for another 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla to reach desired consistency; drizzle over warm rolls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg