Bakers Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Prepare Filling
In a small bowl, mix together cinnamon, brown sugar, and chopped nuts (if using). Set aside.
Assembling and Baking
- 7
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle shape about 1/4 inch thick.
- 8
Add Filling
Spread the filling mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- 9
Roll and Cut
Roll the dough tightly from one end to the other to form a log. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces.
- 10
Second Rise
Place the pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- 11
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 12
Bake
Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Topping Preparation
- 13
Make Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 14
Glaze Rolls
Once the rolls are baked and slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.