Imagine waking up to the most irresistible aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls, their warm, gooey centers oozing with sweet, spicy goodness, and topped with a creamy vanilla glaze that promises to transport you to breakfast heaven. These aren't just any cinnamon rolls - they're a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will become your new weekend obsession, guaranteed to impress family and friends with minimal effort and maximum flavor!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 rolls
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk, warmed
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, white sugar, yeast, and salt, mixing thoroughly.
- Warm the milk to approximately 110°F (43°C) and add melted butter. Pour into dry ingredients along with eggs, mixing until well incorporated.
- Gradually add remaining flour, kneading until a smooth, elastic dough forms. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the risen dough and roll out on a floured surface into a large rectangle, approximately 18x12 inches.
- Spread melted butter across the dough's surface, then sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and ground cinnamon, leaving a small border around edges.
- Carefully roll the dough tightly from the long side, creating a log. Slice into 12 equal rolls using a sharp knife or dental floss.
- Place rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan, leaving slight space between each. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For icing, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and drizzling consistency.
- Remove rolls from oven, let cool for 10 minutes, then generously spread vanilla icing over warm rolls.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, gooey cinnamon rolls!
Tips
- Ensure your milk is precisely warm (around 110°F) to activate the yeast without killing it.
- Use fresh, high-quality ground cinnamon for the most robust flavor.
- Let the dough rise in a draft-free, warm area - near a preheating oven works perfectly.
- For perfectly even rolls, use dental floss to slice instead of a knife.
- Don't overbake - golden brown is the sweet spot for tender, soft rolls.
- Serve warm for the ultimate sensory experience - the icing will melt slightly, creating pure magic!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 55mg
