Description
Delight in these classic sweet rolls featuring a soft, fluffy dough filled with a cinnamon brown sugar mixture, baked to golden perfection and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: Mix the active dry yeast with warm milk and a pinch of granulated sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs for a tender dough.
- Add eggs and yeast mixture: Beat the eggs separately, then add them to the flour mixture along with the activated yeast mixture. Knead thoroughly until a smooth, elastic dough forms.
- First dough rise: Place the dough into a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm area until it doubles in size, approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Prepare filling: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and ground cinnamon to create the sweet, spiced filling.
- Roll out dough and add filling: On a floured surface, roll the dough into a large rectangle. Spread the softened butter evenly over the surface, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
- Shape rolls: Carefully roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. Slice into 12 equal pieces to form individual rolls.
- Second rise: Arrange the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover them, and allow them to rise again until puffy, about 30 to 45 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare glaze: While the rolls bake, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze and serve: Drizzle the warm rolls with the vanilla glaze and serve fresh, enjoying their sweet, tender goodness.
Notes
- Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- For softer rolls, cover the dough and let it rise in a slightly warm, draft-free environment.
- You can add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling for extra texture.
- Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Reheat rolls before serving for the best texture and flavor.
