Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls with Pillowy Dough & Creamy Icing
Soft, warm, and filled with gooey cinnamon-sugar layers, these fluffy cinnamon rolls with creamy glaze are the perfect comfort treat for breakfast or brunch. Ready in about an hour and topped with a rich vanilla glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
Ingredients
1 cup warm whole milk (110°F)
2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
1 large egg
1/2 tsp salt
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Filling:
1/4 cup melted butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
Glaze:
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tbsp melted butter
2 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Mix warm milk, yeast, and sugar in a bowl. Let sit 5 minutes.
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Add melted butter, egg, and salt. Mix in flour gradually.
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Knead dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Let rise 20–30 minutes.
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Roll dough into 10×15 inch rectangle. Spread butter, sprinkle cinnamon sugar.
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Roll tightly, slice into 12 rolls. Place in greased pan.
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Let rise 20–25 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F.
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Bake 20–22 minutes until golden.
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Whisk glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm rolls.
Notes
Use room-temp ingredients for best results.
Dental floss makes clean slices.
Add cream cheese to glaze for tangy variation