Description
These homemade cinnamon rolls are tender, fluffy, and filled with a rich swirl of brown sugar and cinnamon. Topped with a smooth vanilla icing, they are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime indulgence. Make them fresh or prepare ahead for a convenient and delicious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose or bread flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (warm, around 110°F)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (for filling)
- 2 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (for filling), softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional for filling)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2–3 tbsp milk or cream (for icing)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for icing)
Instructions
- Combine warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar in a bowl; let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add sugar, softened butter, eggs, and salt. Mix in flour gradually to form a dough.
- Knead dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Roll dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread with softened butter, sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon, and a dash of vanilla extract.
- Roll tightly from the long side and slice into 1.5-inch rolls.
- Place in a greased baking dish and let rise 30–45 minutes until puffy.
- Bake at 350°F for 22–28 minutes until golden and centers are cooked.
- Mix powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk to make icing; drizzle over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Rise Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 22 minutes