Here’s a simple, classic Cinnamon Roll recipe—soft, fluffy, and full of sweet cinnamon goodness 🌀🍥
🥐 Ingredients
Dough:
- 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- ¾ cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
Filling:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup butter, softened
Glaze (Optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
🍳 Method
1. Prepare the Dough
- Dissolve yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar; let it sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- Mix melted butter, sugar, salt, and egg in a bowl.
- Gradually add flour and the yeast mixture, kneading until smooth and elastic (about 8–10 minutes).
- Cover and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
2. Prepare the Filling
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle (~12×8 inches).
- Spread softened butter and sprinkle cinnamon-sugar evenly.
3. Roll & Slice
- Roll dough tightly from the long edge into a log.
- Slice into 12 rolls and place in a greased baking pan.
4. Second Rise
- Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes.
5. Bake
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Bake 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
6. Glaze (Optional)
- Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla; drizzle over warm rolls.
💡 Tips
- Serve warm with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.
- Add cream cheese frosting for an extra indulgent treat.
- Optional: mix in raisins or chopped nuts for extra texture.
If you want, I can give you a super quick 30-minute cinnamon roll recipe that’s soft and fluffy without long rising times ⏱️.
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