There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked cinnamon rolls wafting through your home.
Soft, fluffy, buttery, and filled with sweet cinnamon goodness, these homemade cinnamon rolls are pure comfort food! 🍯💛
Whether you’re planning a lazy Sunday breakfast or a special treat for loved ones, this from-scratch recipe will have everyone asking for seconds. Let’s get rolling! 😉
🍞 Ingredients
Here’s everything you need for the dough, filling, and glaze:
For the Dough:
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F / 45°C) 🥛
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (one packet) active dry yeast 🌾
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted 🧈
- 2 large eggs 🥚
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 🍂
For the Glaze:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌸
🥣 Directions
1. Activate the Yeast
In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until it gets foamy. (That’s how you know it’s alive and ready!)
2. Make the Dough
- Add sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
- Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 5–7 minutes on a lightly floured surface until it’s smooth and elastic. (You can also use a stand mixer with a dough hook.)
3. Let the Dough Rise
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
4. Make the Filling
- Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
- Once the dough has risen, roll it out into a 16×12 inch rectangle.
- Spread softened butter all over the dough and sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
5. Roll and Cut
- Roll up the dough tightly from the long side.
- Cut into 12 even slices using a sharp knife or unflavored dental floss (for super clean cuts!).
6. Second Rise
- Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cover with a towel and let them rise again for 30–40 minutes until puffy.
7. Bake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes or until the tops are lightly golden brown. ✨
8. Make the Glaze
- While the rolls are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over warm rolls right after they come out of the oven. 🍯
🍴 Tips for the Best Cinnamon Rolls
🌟 Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth dough.
🌟 Don’t overbake! Cinnamon rolls are best when they’re soft and a little gooey inside.
🌟 Make ahead: You can prepare the rolls the night before! After cutting and placing in the pan, cover and refrigerate. In the morning, let them sit at room temp for 30–45 minutes before baking.
🧡 Final Thoughts
Homemade cinnamon rolls are a true labor of love — and totally worth it!
They’re buttery, cinnamon-packed, and topped with a sweet glaze that melts into every swirl.
Perfect for special mornings, holiday treats, or just because you deserve something delicious. 🥰
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