The Best Cinnamon Rolls: Easy Recipe for Irresistible Brunch Treats
The Best Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful addition to any brunch, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup brown sugar
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Mix flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a larger bowl.
- Add the egg, melted butter, and milk mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir to combine.
- Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface, spread softened butter, and sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon evenly.
- Roll the dough tightly and slice into rolls.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra sweetness, top with cream cheese frosting.
- Best served warm for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, brunch, dessert