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Cinnamon Rolls

Indulgent Homemade Cinnamon Rolls That Will Wow Your Friends

These indulgent cinnamon rolls are a warm, gooey delight perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour Can substitute with bread flour for a chewier texture
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar Coconut sugar can be used for less refined option
  • 2 teaspoons Instant yeast No need to proof; mix directly with dry ingredients
  • 1 cup Milk Almond milk works as a dairy-free alternative
  • 1/2 cup Butter Replace with vegan butter for dairy-free version
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg is an excellent vegan substitution
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup Brown sugar White sugar mixed with molasses works as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Ground cinnamon No substitutes recommended; pumpkin pie spice can offer a twist
Frosting Ingredients
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Soft mascarpone can create a creamier texture if desired
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Maple syrup can be used as a natural sweetener

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • saucepan
  • rolling pin
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. In a saucepan, warm milk and butter over low heat until the butter melts, ensuring it’s not too hot to touch. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients along with the beaten egg, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  2. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. You’ll know it’s ready when it springs back after pressing. Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl, covering it with a damp cloth.
  3. Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
  1. While the dough is rising, mix together brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl to form the filling.
  2. Set this rich blend aside to use later for the filling.
Roll Shaping
  1. Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, then roll it up tightly from the long side to form a log. Slice the log into equal pieces to form your rolls.
Baking
  1. Arrange the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish, leaving enough space between them for rising. Cover the dish with a clean cloth and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the cinnamon rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  3. Once baked, remove the cinnamon rolls from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Frosting
  1. Prepare your cream cheese frosting and spread it generously over the warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover cinnamon rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in the microwave for 15-20 seconds before serving.

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