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Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon rolls are a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or brunch, featuring soft dough with a gooey cinnamon and sugar filling that brings joy with every bite.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk warmed
  • 1/2 cup water warmed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups of flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. Warm the milk, water, and melted butter until it feels warm to the touch. Pour this mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
  3. Add the eggs and beat everything together until smooth. Gradually stir in enough of the remaining flour to create a soft dough.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes elastic, then place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
Baking
  1. Once risen, roll out the dough on a floured surface. Spread the softened butter over the surface, then sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and cinnamon.
  2. Roll the dough tightly into a log, then slice the log into individual rolls.
  3. Place the rolls in a greased baking pan, cover them, and let them rise again until doubled, about 30 minutes.
  4. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Serving
  1. Cinnamon rolls are best served warm, right out of the oven. You can enjoy them plain or dress them up with a simple icing made from powdered sugar and a little milk.

Notes

To store leftover cinnamon rolls, allow them to cool completely, then place them in an airtight container. They can be kept at room temperature for up to two days. For longer storage, place them in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them for up to three months. Reheat them in the microwave or oven.