Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGoobers DinerCinnamon Bun Recipe

Cinnamon Bun Recipe

Inspired by Goobers Diner
Time3h
Serves12

Make Cinnamon Bun Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Dough

Filling

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dough Ingredients

    In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs. Stir until a dough begins to form.

  3. 3

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm area for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.

Filling Preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare Filling

    In a medium bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

  2. 5

    Roll Out Dough

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 16x24 inches.

  3. 6

    Add Filling

    Spread the softened butter over the rolled-out dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.

Baking

  1. 7

    Roll and Cut

    Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.

  2. 8

    Second Rise

    Cover the baking dish with a clean kitchen towel and let the rolls rise for another 30-45 minutes.

  3. 9

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  4. 10

    Bake

    Bake the cinnamon buns for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Icing Preparation

  1. 11

    Make Icing

    In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

  2. 12

    Ice Rolls

    Allow the cinnamon buns to cool for about 10 minutes before drizzling the icing over the top.

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