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Easy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

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Make a batch of sweet-smelling homemade cinnamon rolls from scratch this weekend. They mix up, rise and bake in no time at all. Topped off with a sweet traditional powdered sugar glaze, this recipe will treat your family and have them asking for more--so make a double batch!

Prep:
75-80 min
Total Time:
3 hr
Skill Level:
Beginner
Yield:
8 cinnamon rolls

Ingredients

  • Rolls

  • 2/3 cup warm milk (105°F)
  • 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) softened butter
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups bread flour, plus more for dusting

  • Filling

  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) softened butter
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon bread flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

  • Glaze

  • 3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk

  • Tools

  • Round 9-inch baking pan
  • 2 large bowls
  • Electric stand mixer with dough hook

Instructions

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Notes

  • Make ahead: after cinnamon rolls are assembled in the pan, wrap with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to rise overnight. In the morning, bring back to room temperature and bake for a quick and easy breakfast.
  • To freeze: assemble the rolls in the pan and cover with plastic wrap and then aluminum foil for up to 1 month. To bake, defrost in the refrigerator overnight then bring to room temperature in the morning and bake according to the recipe instructions.
  • If using all-purpose flour in place of bread flour, you may need to add a couple more tablespoons of flour so the dough is not too sticky.
  • If you don't have a stand mixer, knead the dough by hand for about 5-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
  • Try topping the rolls with cream cheese icing for a special treat

How To

How to Make Delicious Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

How to Make Delicious Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Treat yourself to a delicious breakfast with these easy homemade cinnamon rolls. This recipe uses yeasted dough and makes 8 amazing cinnamon rolls, so it's perfect for sharing with the whole family. This recipe also includes a simple glaze made with milk and confectioners' (powdered) sugar.