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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

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Create soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls from scratch with a gooey icing topping, perfect for a weekend morning indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm milk (105-115°F)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • For the Filling:
  • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • For the Icing:
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  4. Punch down the dough and roll it out into a 12×18 inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
  5. Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, leaving a ½ inch border.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the buttered dough.
  7. Starting from a long edge, tightly roll up the dough. Pinch the seam to seal.
  8. Cut the roll into 12 equal slices. Place slices, cut-side up, in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
  9. Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  11. While rolls are baking, prepare the icing: Beat together powdered sugar, softened butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  12. Spread icing over warm cinnamon rolls.

Notes

  • For make-ahead, prepare the dough and refrigerate overnight after the first rise. In the morning, let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before rolling and filling.
  • You can also assemble the rolls and refrigerate them overnight before baking. Let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Ensure your milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.

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