Why you should make homemade cinnamon rolls
Making your own Homemade Cinnamon Rolls allows you to control the sweetness and texture of the dough. Store-bought versions often lack the fluffy interior and rich spice found in a fresh batch. This recipe uses simple techniques to ensure the dough rises perfectly every time. You will find that the combination of warm cinnamon and soft bread is much better when prepared in your own kitchen.
How to prepare homemade cinnamon rolls
Prepare dough: Mix the flour, yeast and caster sugar in a large bowl. Add the warm milk, melted butter and the egg to the dry ingredients. Stir the mixture until a soft dough forms and then knead it on a floured surface for five minutes. Place the dough back in the bowl and let it rise in a warm place for an hour.
Roll and fill: Roll the risen dough out into a large rectangle on a floured surface. Spread the softened butter evenly across the surface of the dough. Mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl and sprinkle it over the butter. Roll the dough up tightly from the long side to create a long log shape.
Cut and rise: Cut the log into twelve even pieces using a sharp knife or some thread. Place the individual rolls onto a baking tray lined with baking parchment. Leave enough space between each roll so they have room to expand. Cover the tray and let the Homemade Cinnamon Rolls rise for another thirty minutes.
Bake and glaze: Bake the rolls in a preheated oven at 180C for about twenty-five minutes until they are golden brown. While they bake, mix the icing sugar with a little water to create a smooth glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the rolls while they are still slightly warm. Serve the Homemade Cinnamon Rolls immediately or store them for later.
Tips to make homemade cinnamon rolls even better
Ensure your milk is warm but not hot as high temperatures can kill the yeast. Using room temperature eggs and butter helps the dough incorporate more smoothly. If the dough feels too sticky while kneading, add a tiny bit more flour until it is manageable. You can use a piece of dental floss to cut the rolls without squashing the delicate layers of dough.
Let the Homemade Cinnamon Rolls cool for a few minutes before adding the icing so it stays on top instead of melting away. If you want a richer flavour, you can add a pinch of salt to the dough mixture. Covering the rolls with a damp tea towel during the rising process keeps the dough from drying out.
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