Indulge in warm and fluffy cinnamon rolls made from scratch, with a sweet and spicy filling and creamy glaze.
Whole Milk, Warmed to 110 degrees
cups
tablespoons
Active Dry Yeast
packets
cups
teaspoons
teaspoons
Unsalted Butter, Melted
cups
Eggs, Lightly beaten
each
Light brown sugar
cups
tablespoons
Confectioners’ Sugar, Sifted
cups
tablespoons
1. Prepare Yeast Mixture
Warm the whole milk to 110 degrees and whisk in sugar. Sprinkle in the active dry yeast, give it a gentle stir, and let it sit until foamy.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, remaining sugar, baking powder, and kosher salt.
3. Form Dough
Add the warm milk mixture, egg, and melted unsalted butter to the dry ingredients and mix to form a dough. Knead until smooth.
4. First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
5. Chill Dough
Chill the risen dough in the fridge to make it easier to handle and to develop flavor, for at least one hour or overnight.
6. Prepare Filling
Mix light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt with melted butter to create a paste for the filling.
7. Shape Rolls
Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread the filling evenly, roll it up, cut into pieces, and place in a greased baking dish. Let rise until puffy.
8. Bake
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and bake the rolls for 32-35 minutes until golden brown.
9. Glaze Rolls
Whisk together confectioners' sugar with whole milk or heavy cream and drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls.
Use freshly ground or high-quality cinnamon like Ceylon for a more aromatic and less bitter profile.
Monitor rolls towards the end of baking and remove when just golden brown and center reaches 190°F (88°C).
Knead until smooth and elastic, and proof in a warm environment with a damp cloth for a light texture.
Roll dough tightly and use dental floss or a sharp knife for clean cuts to maintain shape during baking.
Ensure your milk is at the ideal temperature, about 110°F (43°C), to properly activate the yeast for a fluffy rise.
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