Budget Cinnamon Rolls
Indulge in the comforting aroma of freshly baked "Budget Cinnamon Rolls" without breaking the bank! This recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon to create soft, fluffy rolls with a rich, buttery swirl of spiced sweetness. Perfect for beginner bakers, it features an easy-to-follow dough recipe that rises beautifully for a pillowy texture. Topped with a quick, creamy vanilla icing, these homemade cinnamon rolls are ready in under two hours and make for a delightful breakfast, snack, or dessert. Whether you're hosting a brunch or craving a cozy treat, these wallet-friendly cinnamon rolls are a delicious way to impress without overspending.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cups Milk
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large Egg
- 0.75 cups Light brown sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened for filling)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk (for icing)
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt.
In a small saucepan, heat the milk and melted butter until warm (about 110°F). Do not let it boil. Add the warm milk mixture and the egg to the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, knead with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for 4-5 minutes.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon to create the filling.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12x8-inch rectangle.
Spread the softened butter evenly over the surface of the dough, and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut into 8 equal slices using a sharp knife or floss.
Place the rolls in a greased 9-inch round or square baking dish, cover with a towel, and let them rise again for 20 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on top.
While the rolls are baking, prepare the icing by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool for 5 minutes before drizzling the icing generously over the top.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3094 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.8 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.0 g | 245% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 424 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 1427 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 547.3 g | 199% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 304.1 g | ||
| Protein | 48.9 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 567 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1065 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
