Welcome to the warm and delightful world of homemade cinnamon rolls! These sweet, gooey treats are perfect for breakfast or brunch and will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Let’s dive into making these fluffy rolls that everyone will love!
Tips for Perfect Rolls
Make sure your yeast is fresh for the best rise! And trust me, rolling them tightly will make sure each bite is a delicious swirl of flavor.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
They're soft, sweet, and topped with a creamy glaze that makes every bite heavenly. You’ve got to try this one!
Ingredients
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- Dough:
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- Filling:
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- Glaze:
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- Other Frosting Options:
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Instructions
- Prepare the baking dish:
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Step 1- Grease baking dish: Grease an 8x11 or 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Activate the yeast:
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Step 2- Mix yeast: In a small bowl, stir together the water, yeast, and sugar. Set aside for 5 minutes, or until the yeast is foamy.
- Make the dough:
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Step 3- Combine wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, milk, sugar, and salt. Stir in the yeast mixture. Place the flour in a large bowl, then add the wet ingredients and stir until combined. The mixture will be sticky. Use your hands to roughly knead the mixture, then turn it out onto a floured surface. Knead the dough for 3 to 4 minutes, or until smooth, sprinkling it with more flour if needed. Form the dough into a ball.
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Step 4- Let dough rise: Brush a large bowl with butter and place the dough inside. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside in a warm place to rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Make the filling:
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Step 5- Mix filling: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Shape the rolls:
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Step 6- Roll out and fill: Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 20x14-inch rectangle. Brush with 2 tablespoons melted butter and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar to within ½ inch of the edges.
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Step 7- Cut the rolls: Starting at one of the short 14-inch ends, roll tightly into a log, then use a sharp knife to slice the log into 12 rolls. Place the rolls in the baking dish cut-side up, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
- Bake the rolls:
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Step 8- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
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Step 9- Make the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons milk, and vanilla until smooth. If it's too thick, add more milk. Alternatively, make this cream cheese frosting recipe instead of the glaze.
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Step 10- Bake and glaze: Uncover the rolls and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until lightly golden on top. Remove and allow to cool for 10 minutes, then drizzle the glaze or frosting on top and serve.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320, Fat: 10g, Carbs: 52g, Protein: 4g
Cooking techniques
Kneading
Be gentle but firm when kneading the dough. This helps develop gluten, leading to fluffy rolls.
Variations or substitutions
Frosting Options
Feel free to swap the glaze for a rich cream cheese frosting for an extra indulgent treat.
Storage tips
Keep Them Fresh
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to a month!
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil and almond milk!
