Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe: Soft & Gooey Perfection
Indulge in the warmth and sweetness of homemade cinnamon rolls! Soft, fluffy dough with a gooey cinnamon filling and a sweet glaze. Perfect for any occasion!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring Cups & Spoons
- Rolling Pin
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Knife or dental floss (for slicing rolls)
- Oven
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup warm whole milk
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preparation Steps:Activate yeast in warm water and milk with sugar; let foam for 5 minutes.Mix in flour, salt, butter, and egg to form dough, gradually adding more flour until soft.Work the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.Let dough rise in a greased bowl for 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.Prepare the cinnamon filling by mixing butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.Roll dough into a rectangle, spread filling, and roll into a log.Slice dough into 12 pieces and place in a greased baking dish; let rise for 30 minutes.Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and crisp.Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar, butter, milk, and vanilla.Drizzle glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving.
Notes
For an extra twist, consider adding chopped nuts or raisins to the filling. You can also prepare the dough ahead of time and refrigerate overnight for easy, fresh rolls the next morning!