Easy Cinnamon Rolls
Servings: 12 Servings
Ingredients
For the Cinnamon Roll Dough:
- 2 ½ to 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast 1 standard packet
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 1 large egg lightly beaten (at room temperature)
For the Filling:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup light brown sugar packed (or more to taste)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon adjust to taste
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 to 3 tablespoons whole milk adjust to desired consistency
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine 2 ½ cups of flour, granulated sugar, yeast, and salt.2 ½ to 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast, 1 teaspoon salt
- In a microwave-safe bowl or over the stovetop, heat the water, milk, and 3 tablespoons of butter until it reaches 110°F to 115°F.½ cup water, ¼ cup whole milk, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Pour the warm water mixture into the dry ingredients in the stand mixer. Add the beaten egg.1 large egg
- Using a dough hook, mix on low speed until the dough starts to come together. If the dough is too wet, gradually add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until a soft, smooth, and elastic dough forms.
- Continue to mix on medium-low speed for 5-6 minutes. Allow the dough to rest in the bowl for 3-5 minutes.
Roll Out the Dough:
- Turn the rested dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Use a rolling pin to roll it into a rectangular shape, about ¼-inch to ½-inch thick.
Add the Filling:
- Spread the softened butter evenly over the rolled-out dough.3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon evenly over the buttered surface.½ cup light brown sugar, 2 to 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Shape the Rolls:
- Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log, keeping the filling inside.
- Use a sharp knife or dental floss to cut the rolled dough into 12 equal pieces.
Rise:
- Arrange the cut rolls in the prepared baking dish. Cover with a clean towel and place in a warm, draft-free area to rise until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F during the last 15 minutes of rising.
Bake:
- Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes or until they are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the rolls cool slightly before adding the glaze.
Make the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and vanilla. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed.1 cup powdered sugar, 2 to 3 tablespoons whole milk, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Spread the glaze over the slightly warm rolls and enjoy!
Notes
- Environmental factors cause the amount of flour required to vary slightly by region. We've linked to a great resource in the FAQs section of the post.
- We have not tried to substitute ingredients such as gluten-free flour, bread flour, almond milk, soy milk, etc. and cannot provide recommendations on the use of alternate ingredients.
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cinnamon roll. Actual calories will vary.
- For more glaze, make a double batch.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Cinnamon Rolls
Serving Size
1 cinnamon roll
Amount per Serving
Calories
293
% Daily Value*
Fat
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
7
g
35
%
Trans Fat
0.4
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
42
mg
14
%
Sodium
290
mg
12
%
Potassium
85
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
44
g
15
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
22
g
24
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
358
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
0.03
mg
0
%
Calcium
34
mg
3
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
