The Best Cinnamon Roll Recipe for 2023
What are Cinnamon Rolls?
Cinnamon rolls are a delicious mix of dough, cinnamon, and sugar. Popular in many cultures around the world, cinnamon rolls are a sweet treat that are especially popular for breakfast. The dough is usually made from flour, sugar, butter, and yeast, with a filling of butter, cinnamon, and sugar.
What You Need for Cinnamon Rolls
To make cinnamon rolls, you will need:
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 4 tablespoons of butter
- 1/4 cup of warm water
- 2 tablespoons of active dry yeast
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup of melted butter
- 1/2 cup of packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup of chopped pecans, optional
Making the Dough
To make the dough, start by mixing the flour, sugar, salt, and butter in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and egg. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until everything is combined. Knead the dough for 10 minutes, then cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise for 1 hour.
Making the Cinnamon Roll Filling
Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a lightly floured surface until it is about 1/4 inch thick. Spread the melted butter on the dough and sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans over it. Roll the dough up and cut into 12 equal slices. Place the slices in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Baking and Serving the Cinnamon Rolls
Bake the cinnamon rolls at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes. Once they are done, let them cool for 10 minutes. Serve the cinnamon rolls warm with butter and extra cinnamon, if desired. Enjoy!
