Cinnamon roll

Easy Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for rolling)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for greasing)

For the Cinnamon Filling:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Icing:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk (or heavy cream)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk and granulated sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and stir gently. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy and bubbly.
• Add the melted butter, salt, vanilla extract, and egg to the yeast mixture, then stir to combine.
• Gradually add the flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. You may not need all the flour, so add it gradually.
• Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough feels too sticky, add a little more flour.
• Place the dough in a greased bowl (use the vegetable oil) and cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

2. Make the Cinnamon Filling:

• While the dough is rising, prepare the cinnamon filling. In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Set aside.

3. Roll the Dough:

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