How to Make Cinnamon Buns with Natural Icing

There’s nothing like the smell of fresh cinnamon buns baking at home. 🏡✨
But what if you could make them even better — with natural ingredients and a homemade icing that’s pure goodness? 🍃

Today, let’s dive into making Cinnamon Buns with Natural Icing that taste just as amazing as they look. 😍


🌿 Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Cinnamon Buns:

  • 3 1/2 cups organic all-purpose flour 🌾
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm organic milk 🥛
  • 1/4 cup organic cane sugar
  • 1/4 cup grass-fed butter, melted 🧈
  • 1 pasture-raised egg 🥚
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt 🧂

For the Cinnamon Filling:

  • 1/2 cup organic brown sugar 🍯
  • 2 tbsp organic cinnamon 🌿
  • 3 tbsp soft butter

For the Natural Icing:

  • 1/2 cup organic powdered sugar (or homemade powdered coconut sugar 🍬)
  • 1–2 tbsp fresh organic milk
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract 🌼
  • Optional: pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor 🍂

🍩 Step-by-Step Guide

1. Activate the Yeast

  • In a small bowl, mix the warm milk, sugar, and yeast.
  • Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until bubbly.

2. Make the Dough

  • In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
  • Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg.
  • Mix and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm spot for 1–2 hours (or until doubled in size).

3. Make the Filling

  • In a small bowl, stir together brown sugar and cinnamon.
  • Keep your softened butter ready.

4. Shape the Buns

  • Roll the dough into a rectangle (about 16×12 inches).
  • Spread the butter evenly.
  • Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top. 🍂
  • Roll it up tightly and slice into 12 even buns.

5. Second Rise

  • Place the buns in a greased baking dish.
  • Cover and let rise again for about 30–45 minutes.

6. Bake

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and fluffy. 😋

7. Make the Natural Icing

  • In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar with a little milk and vanilla.
  • Stir until smooth and glossy.
  • Drizzle over the warm cinnamon buns generously! ✨

🌱 Why Go Natural?

No artificial flavors or colors — just real ingredients.
More nutrients thanks to organic flour, milk, and sugars.
Better for you and the planet! 🌎

Want to make even healthier swaps? Try making your own powdered sugar using coconut sugar for a deeper caramel flavor! 🍯


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✨ Final Thoughts

Homemade cinnamon buns + natural icing = pure happiness. 🥰
Whether it’s for a cozy weekend treat or a special brunch, these buns will wow everyone — and make your kitchen smell like a dream! 🏡💚

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