Danish Pastry Cinnamon Rolls
Indulge your senses with these flaky, buttery Danish Pastry Cinnamon Rolls, a decadent twist on the classic cinnamon roll recipe. Crafted with a rich, yeast-risen dough and layered with a luscious cinnamon-brown sugar filling, these rolls boast a perfectly soft, pillowy texture that melts in your mouth. A warm vanilla glaze drizzled over the top adds a delightful touch of sweetness to every bite. With an extended rise time for maximum fluffiness and a straightforward rolling process, these cinnamon rolls are perfect for a weekend baking project or special brunch treat. Serve them fresh from the oven for an irresistible pastry experience that combines the elegance of Danish pastry with the comforting flavors of cinnamon-spiced indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 Large egg
- 2 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (softened, for filling)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Whole milk (for glaze)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and yeast. Mix until evenly distributed.
In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of milk and 1/2 cup of butter over low heat until warm but not hot (about 110°F). Remove from heat.
Pour the warm milk-butter mixture into the dry ingredients. Add the egg and mix until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and pliable. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5 minutes.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Prepare the filling by mixing the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside.
Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a 12x18-inch rectangle.
Spread the softened butter evenly over the surface of the dough. Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture on top, pressing it gently into the dough.
Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
Cut the log into 12 even slices and arrange the rolls in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for another 1 hour, or until puffy.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Let them cool slightly.
While the rolls are cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk together until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a bit more milk.
Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
415 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.7 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 185 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.1 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 145 mg | 3% | |
*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.
