Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

This recipe yields soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls with a sweet and gooey filling.

Ingredients:

  • For the Dough:
    • 1 cup warm milk (105-115°F)
    • 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
    • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
    • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • For the Filling:
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
    • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • For the Glaze:
    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 2-3 tablespoons milk
    • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Activate Yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of the granulated sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes, or until foamy.
  2. Make Dough: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and remaining granulated sugar. Add the activated yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs to the flour mixture.
  3. Mix Dough: Using a dough hook or your hands, mix until a smooth and elastic dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
  4. First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon.
  6. Roll and Fill: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12×15-inch rectangle. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
  7. Roll: Starting from a long side, tightly roll up the dough into a log.
  8. Slice: Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 12 equal slices.
  9. Place in Pan: Arrange the cinnamon roll slices in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
  10. Second Rise: Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  11. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.  
  12. Make Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  13. Glaze Rolls: Immediately after baking, drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls.
  14. Serve: Let the cinnamon rolls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Tips and Variations:

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the filling.
  • To make cream cheese frosting, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup softened butter, and 2 cups powdered sugar until smooth.
  • For a pecan variation, add chopped pecans to the filling.

I hope you enjoy these delicious cinnamon rolls!

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