Description
Cinnamon rolls are the ultimate comfort food, enveloping you in warm, gooey goodness with every bite. This easy recipe combines fluffy dough and sweet cinnamon filling to create a delightful treat perfect for lazy weekends or festive gatherings. Topped with rich icing, these homemade cinnamon rolls will impress family and friends while filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Get ready to indulge in a comforting experience that brings joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tbsp milk (for icing)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm milk with one tablespoon of sugar and yeast in a bowl; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Gradually mix in melted butter and the yeast mixture until just combined.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place it in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle about half an inch thick. Spread softened butter over it and sprinkle generously with cinnamon sugar.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into equal pieces (about 2 inches). Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let rise again for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix powdered sugar with milk for icing; drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (75g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg