Cici's Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
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Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling Pin
- Baking tray
- Saucepan
- Pastry brush
- Knife or dough cutter
Ingredients
Dough:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet instant yeast about 2 1/4 teaspoons
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg at room temperature
Filling:
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Dough Making: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and melted butter. Add the yeast on top and wait for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. Add the egg, salt, and gradually mix in the flour to form a soft dough. Knead for 8-10 minutes.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and leInitial Proofing: Transfer the dough into an oiled bowl, cover it, and allow it to proof in a warm area until it has doubled in size, roughly 1 hour.
- Prepare the Filling: Combine the brown sugar and cinnamon in a mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Rolling Dough: Once risen, roll the dough on a floured surface into a 14x9 inch rectangle. Spread the softened butter across the rolled-out dough, then uniformly distribute the cinnamon-sugar blend over the top.
- Forming Rolls: Roll the dough tightly from the long edge. Cut into 12 equal pieces and place them cut side down on a greased baking tray.
- Secondary Proofing: Cover the shaped rolls and let them rise once more for about 30 minutes.
- Baking: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the rolls for 25-30 minutes until they turn a lovely golden hue.
- Glazing: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze and drizzle over warm rolls.
Notes
- Ensure your milk is warm but not hot to touch to activate the yeast without killing it.
- For extra fluffy rolls, let the dough rise in a draft-free environment.
- Keep the rolls tight while rolling to prevent the filling from leaking.
- Allow the rolls to cool for at least 10 minutes before applying the glaze so it sets properly.
- Experiment with the thickness of the glaze by adjusting the amount of milk to get your desired consistency.