Description
Wake up to the delightful aroma of Fluffy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls, the perfect treat for cozy mornings. With their pillowy texture and sweet, gooey filling, these rolls are sure to elevate any brunch gathering or breakfast table. This recipe is simple enough for beginners yet satisfying for seasoned bakers, making it ideal for lazy weekends filled with warmth and comfort.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan, warm the milk until slightly hot. Dissolve yeast and sugar in milk; let sit until frothy.
- Stir in flour and salt, then add eggs and mix until combined. Knead on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
- For the filling, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until creamy.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread the filling evenly, roll tightly into a log, and cut into 12 pieces.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish to rise again for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg