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Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls: Easy, Indulgent Recipe to Savor

BEST Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
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These best homemade cinnamon rolls are fluffy, soft, and packed with rich cinnamon flavor, perfect for any brunch or breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast, allowing it to foam for 5 minutes.
  2. Add flour, melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture; knead until a dough forms.
  3. Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
  4. Roll the dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter, and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
  5. Roll tightly, slice into rolls, and place in a greased baking dish.
  6. Let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. For the frosting, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla; drizzle over warm rolls.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add nuts or raisins.
  • Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast properly.

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