Old Fashion Cinnamon Rolls
Indulge in the warm, nostalgic flavors of these old-fashioned cinnamon rolls, a true classic that fills your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of buttery cinnamon sweetness. Made from scratch with a soft, pillowy dough and a rich brown sugar-cinnamon filling, these rolls achieve the perfect balance of gooey and flaky. The dough, crafted with wholesome ingredients like whole milk, eggs, and real butter, is kneaded to perfection for that melt-in-your-mouth texture. Topped with a simple yet decadent vanilla glaze, these cinnamon rolls are ideal for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or a comforting sweet treat any time of day. With just a little patience for the rise, you’ll be rewarded with bakery-quality cinnamon rolls fresh from your oven—guaranteed to impress family and friends alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 0.33 cup Warm water
- 2 Large eggs
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Whole milk (for glaze)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, heat the whole milk until warm but not boiling. Remove from heat, stir in the 3 tablespoons of butter, and let it cool to lukewarm.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Add the cooled milk mixture, eggs, salt, and 2 cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Beat until smooth.
Gradually add the remaining 2 cups of flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to a 15x9-inch rectangle.
Spread the softened butter (1/4 cup) evenly over the surface of the dough.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
Starting at one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into 12 even slices. Place the slices cut-side-up in a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
Cover the pan with a towel and let the rolls rise again for about 30-45 minutes until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the rolls for 22-25 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and whole milk in a small bowl until smooth.
Remove the cinnamon rolls from the oven and let them cool for about 10 minutes before drizzling the glaze on top.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3858 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.0 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.8 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 440 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 2596 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 672.3 g | 244% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.8 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 288.0 g | ||
| Protein | 68.7 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 699 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 25.8 mg | 143% | |
| Potassium | 1377 mg | 29% | |
*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.
