The Best Cinnamon Rolls for a Cozy Weekend Treat
The Best Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect treat for a cozy weekend morning!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, eggs, softened butter, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until smooth. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Roll out dough and spread melted butter, then sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar.
- Roll the dough into a log and slice into individual rolls.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add nuts or raisins to the filling.
- Top with cream cheese frosting for a delicious finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, breakfast, dessert, cozy treat