Imagine pulling apart a warm, soft, and fluffy cinnamon bun — the sweet aroma filling your kitchen, the gooey center melting in your mouth. 😍✨
Well guess what? You can make bakery-style Cinnamon Buns right at home — and it’s easier than you think! 🎉
Ready to treat yourself (and everyone around you)? Let’s dive into the ultimate comfort bake! 🧡
🥖 Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Dough:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast 🌿
- 1 cup warm milk (not hot) 🥛
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 1 egg 🥚
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar 🍯
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 🍂
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 oz (1/2 cup) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌸
🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the Dough
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- Add sugar, butter, salt, and egg. Mix well.
- Gradually add flour and knead until a soft dough forms (about 5–7 minutes by hand or 3–4 minutes in a stand mixer).
- Cover the bowl and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size. 🌞
2. Roll and Fill
- Punch down the dough and roll it into a large rectangle (about 16×12 inches).
- Spread the softened butter over the dough.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon together and sprinkle it evenly.
3. Roll Up and Cut
- Roll up the dough tightly from the long side.
- Slice into 12 even pieces using a sharp knife or dental floss for perfect cuts! 🌀
4. Second Rise
- Arrange the buns in a greased baking dish.
- Cover and let them rise again for 30–45 minutes until puffed.
5. Bake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the buns for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and the house smells amazing. 😋
6. Make the Frosting
- Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla together until creamy.
- Spread over the warm buns for that iconic ooey-gooey top! 🍥
🌟 Tips for the Fluffiest Buns
✨ Use warm milk, not hot, to activate the yeast without killing it.
✨ Let the dough rise until doubled — patience = fluffiness!
✨ Frost the buns while they’re still warm so the frosting melts into every swirl.
🧡 Sweeten Your Life Naturally
For extra love, use organic cinnamon and high-quality sugar. 🍂
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🍥 Final Thoughts
These Soft and Fluffy Cinnamon Buns are the stuff of dreams — sweet, sticky, and so cozy. Perfect for weekends, holidays, or just a rainy day pick-me-up. 🌧️❤️
Bake a batch, share with loved ones (or not — we won’t judge 😉), and taste the magic of homemade goodness!
