Jul 14 2026
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Cinnamon Sticky Bun Recipe

Inspired by Sea Dog Brewing Co
Time2h
Serves12

Skillet-warmed with a sweet vanilla icing. Perfect to share

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Ingredients

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Dough

Filling

Icing

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Whisk together until evenly mixed.

  2. 2

    Heat Milk and Butter

    In a small saucepan, heat the milk and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm to the touch (around 110°F).

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Pour the warm milk and butter mixture into the dry ingredients. Add the large egg. Mix until a soft dough forms.

  4. 4

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

  5. 5

    Let Dough Rise

    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Filling Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare Filling

    In a medium bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon until well combined.

  2. 7

    Melt Butter

    Melt the 1 cup of unsalted butter and set aside.

Assembling the Buns

  1. 8

    Roll Out Dough

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 1/2 inch thick.

  2. 9

    Spread Butter and Filling

    Brush the melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly on top.

  3. 10

    Roll and Cut

    Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces.

  4. 11

    Prepare Skillet

    Grease a large skillet with butter and arrange the cinnamon rolls in the skillet, leaving a little space between each.

  5. 12

    Second Rise

    Cover the skillet with a kitchen towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.

Baking

  1. 13

    Preheat Oven

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

  2. 14

    Bake the Rolls

    Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Icing Preparation

  1. 15

    Mix Icing Ingredients

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

Serving

  1. 16

    Drizzle Icing

    Once the rolls are baked and slightly cooled, drizzle the icing over the warm sticky buns.

  2. 17

    Serve and Enjoy

    Serve warm and enjoy sharing these delicious cinnamon sticky buns!

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