Overnight Hot Cinnamon Rolls
Wake up to the irresistible aroma of freshly baked Overnight Hot Cinnamon Rolls, a make-ahead breakfast delight perfect for leisurely mornings. These soft, pillowy rolls are swirled with buttery cinnamon-sugar goodness and topped with a rich vanilla glaze that melts into every nook and cranny. The dough is prepared and rolled the night before, allowing the flavors to develop as they rest in the fridge, making your morning prep effortless. Finished with a quick bake and decadent icing drizzle, these homemade cinnamon rolls are a show-stopping centerpiece for holiday mornings, brunch gatherings, or any day you want to treat yourself. Keywords: homemade cinnamon rolls, make-ahead breakfast, overnight cinnamon rolls, easy brunch recipe, vanilla glaze.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.3333333333 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 0.25 cup Warm water
- 2 Large eggs
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Whole milk (for icing)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a small saucepan, warm 1 cup of milk over medium heat until it's warm but not boiling. Stir in 1/3 cup sugar and 1/4 cup butter until melted. Let the mixture cool to lukewarm.
In a small bowl, dissolve 1 packet of active dry yeast in 1/4 cup of warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lukewarm milk mixture, the yeast mixture, 2 eggs, 4 cups of all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Knead for 5-7 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise for 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup light brown sugar and 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon for the filling.
Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a rectangle roughly 12x18 inches. Spread 1/4 cup softened butter over the surface of the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over it.
Starting at the long edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Cut it into 12 equal slices and place them cut-side up in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
In the morning, remove the rolls from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes to rise slightly.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
While the rolls bake, prepare the icing by whisking together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract in a small bowl.
Drizzle the icing over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.0 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 188 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 107 mg | 2% | |
*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.
