Description
Cinnamon rolls are the ultimate comfort food, enveloping you in a warm embrace of sweet, gooey goodness. With soft, pillowy dough swirled with rich cinnamon and sugar, these delightful treats fill your home with a heavenly aroma. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack, they are sure to impress family and friends. Follow this easy recipe to enjoy fluffy cinnamon rolls that will brighten any day.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, divided
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
Instructions
- Warm milk in a saucepan until lukewarm. Sprinkle yeast over it and let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and add melted butter and yeast mixture; mix until combined.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Roll out dough into a rectangle and spread softened butter over it. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll tightly from one long side to create a log; slice into even pieces.
- Place slices in greased baking dish close together; let rise again while preheating oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before drizzling with icing made from powdered sugar mixed with milk.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Consider adding nuts or raisins for extra texture. - For an exciting twist, swap cinnamon for nutmeg or pumpkin spice. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.