Classic Cinnamon Rolls

Classic Cinnamon Rolls are a beloved sweet treat, combining soft, fluffy dough with a cinnamon-sugar mixture and creamy icing. These indulgent pastries are perfect for breakfast or dessert, offering a comforting, homemade touch. Create a warm, gooey batch fresh from the oven, whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee in the morning or as a delightful snack.

Ingredients

• 1 package yeast
• 1 cup milk, warm
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup butter, softened
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 whole eggs
• 4 cups flour
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 3 tbsp cinnamon
• 1/3 cup butter, melted
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Dissolve the yeast in warm milk in a small bowl and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, mix together sugar, softened butter, salt, eggs, and flour until combined.
3. Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture and knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
4. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle approximately 15×9 inches.
6. Spread melted butter over the rolled-out dough and sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and cinnamon.
7. Starting from the longer side, roll up the dough tightly, then cut it into 12 equal-sized rolls.
8. Place the rolls in a greased baking pan, cover, and let rise again for 30 minutes or until the rolls have doubled in size.
9. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
10. Bake the rolls for 25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
11. Mix the powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a small bowl to make the icing. Drizzle over the warm rolls before serving.

Keywords: Baking, Sweet Roll, Homemade, Dessert, American

Spice Rack: Cinnamon

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