There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls wafting through the house. For me, it brings back memories of lazy Sunday mornings at my grandma’s house, where the smell of sweet, spicy cinnamon was a promise of the delicious breakfast to come. This recipe for heavenly homemade cinnamon rolls is for anyone who loves the comfort of a warm, gooey pastry paired with their morning coffee or as a sweet treat anytime. These cinnamon rolls are surprisingly simple to make and perfect for bakers of all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or it’s your first time working with yeast, I’ll guide you through each step to ensure you end up with the most luscious rolls you’ve ever tasted!
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup soft butter
- Optional: Cream cheese frosting
In a large bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm milk. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. This activates the yeast and gets it ready to help your dough rise.
Stir in the sugar, melted butter, eggs, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. Place it back in the bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon together. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle. Spread the soft butter over the dough and then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.
Roll the dough tightly from the long end and cut into 12-14 rolls. Place in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise again until nearly doubled, about 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 25 minutes. If desired, frost with cream cheese frosting while still warm. Enjoy your heavenly homemade cinnamon rolls!
Final words
Thank you for trying this heavenly homemade cinnamon rolls recipe! I hope it brings as much joy to your mornings or snack times as it has to mine. Remember, baking is not only about following a recipe, but also about putting a piece of your heart into what you create. Happy baking, and don’t forget to check out other delicious recipes on our site!
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