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The Best Cinnamon Roll

The Best Cinnamon Roll Recipe for Cozy Mornings!

Discover the secret to making The Best Cinnamon Roll, a warm and gooey treat that brings joy to cozy mornings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 3-4 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup whole milk or dairy-free milk, warmed
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast ensure it's fresh
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter or neutral oil, melted
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Filling
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Icing
  • 4 ounces cream cheese or thick yogurt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Warm 1 cup of milk slightly until lukewarm; combine with 2 teaspoons yeast and a sprinkle of sugar. Let sit for 5-10 mins until bubbly.
  2. Add 1/4 cup melted butter, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Gradually fold in 3-4 cups flour until a soft dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
  4. Roll the dough into a rectangle 1/4 inch thick. Brush with 1/4 cup melted butter, sprinkle with 1/2 cup brown sugar and 2 tablespoons cinnamon.
  5. Roll the dough into a tight log, seal edges, and slice into 12 rolls. Place in greased baking dish, allowing room to expand.
  6. Cover baking dish with a towel; let rolls rise again for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Prepare icing by beating 4 oz. cream cheese, 1/4 cup butter, 1 cup powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
  9. Spread icing over warm rolls; serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve warm and ensure all ingredients are fresh.

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