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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Cultural Context

Cinnamon rolls are a beloved treat in American cuisine, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a dessert. They are especially popular during holidays and family gatherings, where their warm, sweet aroma fills the home. The dish has roots in Scandinavian baking traditions, where similar sweet rolls are made, but the American version has become a staple in many households, often served with cream cheese frosting or icing.

AmericanUSdessert
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup melted butter
2 and 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
1 egg
1/4 cup granulated sugar
3 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (for goo)
1 cup light brown sugar (for goo)
1/2 cup maple syrup (for goo)
2/3 cup brown sugar (for filling)
1 tablespoon cinnamon (for filling)
3 tablespoons melted butter (for spreading)

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

Honey is a natural sweetener with additional nutrients.

1

Heat 1 cup of 2% milk to just above body temperature.

2

Add 1/4 cup of melted butter to the mixer.

3

Add 2 and 1/4 teaspoons of instant yeast to the liquids.

4

Add 1 egg and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar to the mixer.

5

Add 3 and 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour and 3/4 teaspoon of salt to the mixer.

6

Use the hook attachment to knead the dough until stretchy.

7

Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl.

8

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 90 minutes to 2 hours until doubled in size.

9

Melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a saucepan for the goo.

10

Add 1 cup of light brown sugar and 1/2 cup of maple syrup to the melted butter and bring to a simmer.

11

Pour the goo mixture into a lightly greased 9x13 pan.

12

Mix 2/3 cup of brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon for the filling.

13

Turn out the risen dough onto a floured surface and roll it into a rectangle.

14

Brush 3 tablespoons of melted butter over the dough.

15

Sprinkle the cinnamon brown sugar mixture over the buttered dough.

16

Roll the dough tightly from one long end and cut into 12 pieces.

17

Arrange the rolls in the prepared pan, leaving space around each roll.

18

Cover the pan loosely with a tea towel and let rise for about 1 hour.

19

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

20

Bake the sticky buns for 45 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixersaucepan9x13 pantea towelcutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Cinnamon BunsCinnamon Roll Buns

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