cinnamon roll recipe 🖤
I tried a new recipe for cinnamon rolls than what I normally do
⭐️Overall rating: 8 /10:
dough:
-start off with active dry yeast,and one cup of WARM milk. mix that together, all that to six for 5-10 minutes until foamy or frothy. if it doesn't foam, your yeast is expired.
-add 6 tablespoons melted butter (I personally use salted), 2 room temperature eggs, one teaspoon salt, half a cup of sugar, and 4 and a 1/3 cups of all purpose flour ( you can also sub bread flour, it makes zero difference)
*I prefer to use the unbleached flour, but it's whatever you like I guess lol.
combine all together until the dough longer sticks to the sides of the bowl.
-get a separate bowl, spray with nonstick cooking spray. transfer the dough to that bowl. cover with a kitchen towel. allow the dough to rise for about an hour. it does NOT need to double in size.
filling:
1 stick softened butter, 1 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon. I personally just eyeball the cinnamon, and always add a little extra after I spread the mixture on top of my dough.
after the dough has risen, roll out with a rolling pin. I personally like to put flour on my counter top and rolling pin to avoid any sticking. add filling mixture, roll, cut. bake at 300⁰, my oven took roughly 23 minutes
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If you're looking to make soft and delicious cinnamon rolls at home, mastering the dough and filling is key. This recipe uses active dry yeast activated in warm milk to ensure a good rise, which creates a tender texture. When mixing your dough, the use of melted salted butter and room temperature eggs adds richness and moisture, resulting in a soft crumb. The choice of flour, either unbleached all-purpose or bread flour, can subtly change the dough’s elasticity but won’t drastically affect the final result—so go with whatever you have. One important tip is allowing the dough to rise covered with a kitchen towel for about an hour without necessarily doubling in size. This shorter rise time still develops good flavor while speeding up preparation. When it comes to the filling, spreading softened butter mixed with brown sugar and cinnamon evenly ensures each bite is packed with that classic sweet and spicy flavor. Adding extra cinnamon after spreading enhances the aroma and depth. Rolling out the dough on a well-floured surface prevents sticking and helps achieve an even thickness for rolling and cutting. Baking at a moderate temperature of 300°F (about 150°C) for 23 minutes results in perfectly baked cinnamon rolls that are golden but not overbaked, keeping them tender and moist inside. For extra indulgence, consider topping your rolls with a simple glaze made of powdered sugar and milk or cream cheese frosting once they're cooled. This adds sweetness and moisture for a truly irresistible treat. You can also experiment by mixing nuts or raisins into the filling for varied texture and flavor. Homemade cinnamon rolls are a crowd-pleaser and can be a comforting weekend project. Freshly baked, their sweet spicy aroma fills your kitchen and creates inviting moments with family or friends. If you want to customize, you might also try substituting brown sugar with coconut sugar or experimenting with spices like nutmeg and cardamom to add your signature twist. Enjoy the process of baking and sharing these cinnamon rolls, and remember that even if your first batch doesn’t turn out perfect, practice makes perfect in home baking!
for anyone curious, I chose to not make my own icing this time! I used a store bought cream cheese frosting!