Cinnamon Roll Recipe

What You’ll Love About This Recipe

These cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor, making them the perfect treat for any occasion.

You’ll love them because they’re easy to make with simple ingredients, versatile for adding your favorite toppings, and irresistibly delicious for breakfast or dessert.

Plus, they fill your home with the most amazing aroma while baking!

Recipe

Cinnamon rolls are a classic treat that combines soft, fluffy dough with a sweet, cinnamon-infused filling, topped with a rich glaze. This recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients:

For the dough:

• 1 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 4 cups all-purpose flour

For the filling:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

For the glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture, melted butter, remaining sugar, salt, eggs, and flour. Mix until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
3. Roll the dough into a 16×21-inch rectangle. Spread softened butter over the surface, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon evenly.
4. Tightly roll the dough into a log, starting from the long side. Cut into 12 equal slices. Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
6. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.

Notes:

• For best results, confirm the milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
• Rolls can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.

Time:

Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Cook Time: 25-30 minutes

Servings: 12

Nutrition

This cinnamon roll recipe is a delightful treat that combines warmth and sweetness. Below is the nutritional information per serving:

What To Serve With It

While cinnamon rolls are delicious on their own, I love pairing them with something that complements their richness. A hot cup of coffee or tea cuts through the sweetness perfectly, and a cold glass of milk is a classic choice.

For a brunch spread, crispy bacon or scrambled eggs add a savory balance. Fresh fruit, like berries or sliced apples, brings a light, rejuvenating contrast.

If I’m feeling indulgent, a scoop of vanilla ice cream turns them into dessert. Experiment with your favorites—there’s no wrong way to enjoy these gooey treats!