Cinnamon Buns from Heaven
Indulge in the ultimate comfort of "Cinnamon Buns from Heaven," a recipe crafted to deliver soft, pillowy buns swirled with a rich cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze. Perfectly golden and irresistibly fragrant, these buns begin with a buttery, yeast-infused dough that's kneaded to silky perfection and baked to light, fluffy decadence. With every bite, you'll savor the warm notes of cinnamon wrapped in a melt-in-your-mouth texture, complemented by a smooth vanilla glaze that's both tangy and sweet. Ready in just under two hours and yielding a dozen irresistible treats, these heavenly cinnamon buns are the perfect centerpiece for any brunch spread or a cozy dessert. Whether you're baking for a holiday gathering or simply indulging a craving, this recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a symphony of flavors that's truly divine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml Whole milk
- 75 g Unsalted butter
- 50 g Granulated sugar
- 2.25 tsp Active dry yeast
- 450 g All-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 150 g Brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Cinnamon
- 100 g Cream cheese
- 100 g Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Milk (for glaze)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat until it's just warm (40–45°C or 105–115°F). Do not boil. Remove from heat and mix in the sugar and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy, indicating the yeast is activated.
Melt 50g of the butter and let it cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture, melted butter, salt, and eggs. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the cinnamon filling. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon. Melt the remaining 25g of butter and set aside.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out onto a floured surface into a large rectangle (about 30x40cm). Brush the melted butter over the surface evenly and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
Starting with the longer side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal, and cut into 12 equal pieces. Arrange the rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, leaving a little space between each roll for expanding.
Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let the rolls rise for another 30–40 minutes, or until puffed and nearly doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the cinnamon buns for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
To prepare the cream cheese glaze, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk together until smooth and spreadable.
Spread the cream cheese glaze generously over the warm cinnamon buns. Serve immediately and revel in their heavenly flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4063 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 121.3 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.3 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 670 mg | 223% | |
| Sodium | 1811 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 675.3 g | 246% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 312.7 g | ||
| Protein | 78.2 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 857 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 25.5 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 1605 mg | 34% | |
*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.
