Description

Cinnamon rolls are the ultimate comfort food, and with Sarah Kieffer’s perfected recipe, you can create irresistibly fluffy, gooey delights right in your kitchen. This guide takes you through each step, ensuring your rolls are bursting with rich cinnamon flavor and topped with a luscious icing. Perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings, these homemade cinnamon rolls will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

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4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 cup whole milk, warmed to 110°F (43°C)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp ground cinnamon
2 large eggs
1 tsp salt
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2–4 tbsp milk (to achieve desired consistency)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine warm milk and sugar; sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
Add melted butter, eggs, and salt. Gradually mix in flour until a dough forms.
Knead dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl; cover and let rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
For the filling, mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll out risen dough into a rectangle (1/4 inch thick) and spread softened butter evenly on top. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Roll tightly from one long side into a log shape; cut into equal pieces (1-2 inches thick). Place in a greased baking dish; cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
While baking, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to make icing. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 320
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating nuts or chocolate chips into the filling. You can also use cream cheese frosting for an extra treat!