Sweet Rolls Overnight
Wake up to the irresistible aroma of freshly baked *Sweet Rolls Overnight*! This indulgent recipe makes mornings extra special with its soft, pillowy dough swirled with a rich cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with a luscious vanilla glaze. Perfectly prepped the night before, these make-ahead sweet rolls require minimal effort in the morning, allowing you to enjoy freshly baked treats without the rush. With simple pantry staples like brown sugar, butter, and yeast, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between convenience and homemade comfort. Ideal for holiday breakfasts or lazy weekends, these overnight cinnamon rolls are an easy, crowd-pleasing way to start the day on a sweet note!
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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
- 0.25 cup Warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
Instructions
1. In a small saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. Remove from heat and stir in the butter and sugar until melted. Set aside to cool to lukewarm (100–110°F/37–43°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the lukewarm milk mixture, foamed yeast, eggs, and salt. Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing with a wooden spoon or dough hook until a soft dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for 5–6 minutes. Form the dough into a ball.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.
6. Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12x16-inch rectangle.
7. Spread softened butter over the rolled-out dough. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over the buttered dough.
8. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces and arrange them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
9. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
10. In the morning, remove the rolls from the fridge and let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C).
11. Bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
12. While the rolls bake, make the icing by whisking together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream in a small bowl until smooth.
13. Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls right after they come out of the oven. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 80.4 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.4 g | 212% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 555 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 2649 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 631.8 g | 230% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 251.6 g | ||
| Protein | 73.7 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 615 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 25.9 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 1332 mg | 28% | |
*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.
