Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting embrace of homemade cinnamon rolls, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful dessert. These soft and fluffy treats are infused with a rich cinnamon aroma and topped with a creamy glaze that elevates their flavor to irresistible heights. Whether you’re sharing them with friends or enjoying them solo, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a sweet experience that will leave everyone craving more. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these delectable cinnamon rolls that take minimal effort yet deliver maximum satisfaction!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon yeast
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- Optional: nuts or raisins for garnish
- For the glaze: 1/2 cup cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and yeast. Add melted butter and milk; knead until smooth.
- Cover the dough with a clean cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface; spread the cinnamon mixture evenly over the top. Roll up tightly to form a log.
- Slice the log into pieces about 1 inch thick and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, prepare the glaze by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Allow rolls to cool slightly before drizzling with glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use sifted flour for lighter rolls. Let the dough rise sufficiently for fluffy results. Customize your rolls by adding chocolate chips or different spices like nutmeg.