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Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon Rolls

Quick and easy cinnamon rolls with soft, fluffy texture made from simple pantry ingredients. Skip long rising times without sacrificing the perfect melt-in-your-mouth warmth, ideal for breakfast, dessert, or anytime treats.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cinnamon rolls 1x

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
  • 1 cup milk (lukewarm)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (divided)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 large egg

Filling Ingredients

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened, for spreading)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup brown sugar (packed)

Glaze (Optional)

  • Cream cheese frosting or powdered sugar glaze

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Warm the milk until lukewarm and dissolve the active dry yeast with a pinch of sugar. Let it bloom for about 5 minutes until foamy. In a large bowl, combine flour, ¼ cup sugar, salt, softened butter, egg, and the yeast mixture. Mix well until smooth and elastic dough forms.
  2. Let the Dough Rise: Cover the dough with a clean towel and let it rise in a warm place for 30 to 60 minutes, or until it roughly doubles in size. This step develops flavor and fluffiness.
  3. Roll Out and Add Filling: On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a large rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Spread softened butter evenly over the surface, then sprinkle cinnamon and brown sugar mixture generously on top.
  4. Roll and Slice: Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log. Use a sharp knife or dental floss to cut the log into even slices about 1 to 1.5 inches thick.
  5. Second Rise: Place cinnamon roll slices in a greased baking dish, allowing space between each. Cover and let rise for another 20 to 30 minutes until puffy.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
  7. Add the Glaze: While still warm, drizzle your choice of cream cheese frosting or powdered sugar glaze over the rolls for a luscious finish.

Notes

  • Use warm (not hot) milk to keep yeast alive and ensure good rise.
  • Lightly flour surfaces to prevent sticking without drying dough.
  • Cut rolls evenly using dental floss or a sharp serrated knife for neat slices.
  • Allow rolls to cool slightly before glazing to avoid glaze melting into thin puddles.
  • Use fresh, high-quality cinnamon for best flavor.
  • Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days, or refrigerate up to 1 week.
  • Freeze wrapped rolls for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in fridge before reheating.
  • Reheat in microwave for 20 seconds or oven at 300°F for 10 minutes to restore softness.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cinnamon roll
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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