Description

Homemade cinnamon rolls are the epitome of comfort food, enveloping your home in a warm, sweet aroma that invites everyone to gather around. With their pillowy texture and tantalizing swirl of cinnamon and sugar, these rolls are perfect for any occasion—from lazy mornings to festive brunches. Drizzled with creamy icing, each bite delivers pure bliss that will have you craving more. Easy enough for beginners yet impressive enough for guests, this recipe is destined to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1 cup whole milk
1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted)
2 tbsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Warm the milk until just warm to the touch. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk with sugar and yeast; let sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
Gradually add flour and melted butter while stirring gently until combined into a sticky dough.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
While waiting, mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle shape approximately ¼ inch thick.
Spread melted butter over the dough, sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture, then roll tightly into a log.
Slice the log into even pieces (about 1-2 inches thick) and place in greased baking dishes.
Cover rolls again and let rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll (70g)
Calories: 300
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating nuts or chocolate chips into the filling. A splash of vanilla extract can elevate the icing's flavor profile beautifully.