How to Make Delicious Cinnamon Rolls at Home
If you’re looking for a tasty treat to enjoy at breakfast or any time of the day, cinnamon rolls are a great option. They’re soft, sweet, and have a lovely cinnamon flavor that everyone loves. Making cinnamon rolls at home may seem daunting, but it’s actually quite simple. With this recipe, you’ll be able to make delicious cinnamon rolls in no time.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 package instant yeast
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and yeast. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, warm the milk and butter together in the microwave for 30 seconds. Add the egg and whisk until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well with a wooden spoon.
- Add warm water to the mixture and stir until the dough comes together.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Roll the dough out into a rectangle shape.
- Spread melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon over the butter.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 equal pieces.
- Place the cinnamon rolls in a greased baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Remove the cinnamon rolls from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.