Description
Soft and gooey cinnamon rolls are one of the most comforting treats I make in my kitchen. These fluffy homemade rolls bake up tender and golden with swirls of buttery brown sugar cinnamon filling in every bite. I finish them with a sweet vanilla glaze that melts beautifully over the warm tops, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert shared with family.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Let the mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it looks foamy.
- Add the melted butter, eggs, and salt, then mix well.
- Gradually add the flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and soft.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle.
- Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 12 even rolls.
- Arrange the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let them rise again for 30 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 20 to 25 minutes until golden and fluffy.
- Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve.
Notes
For extra soft rolls, avoid adding too much flour while kneading. I like to let the rolls cool for just a few minutes before glazing so the icing melts into every swirl. You can prepare the rolls the night before, keep them covered in the refrigerator, and bake them fresh in the morning. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg