Description
These fluffy, warm cinnamon rolls feature a sweet, gooey filling and a delightful glaze, perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm milk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and active dry yeast, then add sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups flour, melted butter, eggs, salt, and yeast mixture. Stir to blend, then gradually add remaining flour until you have a soft, elastic dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-8 minutes, then place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Spread softened butter, then sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon. Roll tightly and cut into 12 pieces. Place in a greased baking pan and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over warm rolls.
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg