Warm Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Icing
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm milk (about 110°F) with active dry yeast and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, the remaining sugar, and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and melted unsalted butter. Add the activated yeast mixture to this bowl.
- 4
Combine Wet and Dry
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- 5
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Filling
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- 7
Roll the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- 8
Add Filling
Spread the softened unsalted butter over the rolled-out dough, then evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the top.
- 9
Roll and Cut
Starting from one of the long sides, carefully roll the dough into a tight log. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
- 10
Second Rise
Cover the rolls with a cloth and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Baking
- 11
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 12
Bake the Rolls
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Icing Preparation
- 13
Make the Icing
In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Serving
- 14
Glaze and Serve
Once the rolls are baked, remove them from the oven and immediately drizzle the icing over the warm rolls. Serve warm.
