Family Favorite Cinnamon Rolls
Soft, fluffy, and irresistibly sweet, these Family Favorite Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate homemade treat to bring comfort and joy to any morning. Made from scratch with a tender buttery dough, a divine swirl of brown sugar and cinnamon, and topped with a creamy, vanilla-infused glaze, these cinnamon rolls are a labor of love that’s well worth the effort. Perfectly golden and gooey, they rise to perfection twice for an airy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and a warm bake of 25 minutes, they’re the ideal way to start the day or impress a crowd at brunch. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or reheated the next morning, every bite is pure indulgence. Don’t forget, this recipe yields 12 generously sized rolls—perfect for sharing or savoring all to yourself!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 0.33 cup Warm water (110°F)
- 1 piece Large egg
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Milk (for glaze)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, heat the milk and 4 tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat until the butter melts and the mixture is warm (but not boiling). Remove from heat and let it cool to lukewarm.
In a small bowl, combine warm water (110°F) and granulated sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lukewarm milk mixture, the yeast mixture, and one beaten egg. Mix to combine.
Gradually add 4 cups of flour and 1 teaspoon of salt to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-6 minutes.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap or a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle (about 14x9 inches).
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Spread the softened butter (6 tablespoons) evenly over the rolled-out dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top.
Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seams to seal. Cut the log into 12 even slices and place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, cut sides down.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let the rolls rise again for 30-40 minutes, or until puffy.
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 glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth.
Once the rolls are out of the oven, spread the glaze over the warm rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 135.2 g | 173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.8 g | 394% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 527 mg | 176% | |
| Sodium | 2614 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 707.2 g | 257% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.8 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 323.6 g | ||
| Protein | 69.3 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 741 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 25.9 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 1439 mg | 31% | |
*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.
