Cinnamon rolls with glaze

Here’s a simple recipe for delicious cinnamon rolls with glaze:

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk, warmed
• ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs

For the Filling:

• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
• ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tbsp milk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
   • In another bowl, mix warm milk, melted butter, and eggs.
   • Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until combined, then add the remaining flour, a little at a time, until a dough forms.
2. Knead the Dough:
   • Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
3. Make the Filling:
   • In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon.
   • Roll the dough out on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 16×12 inches). Spread the softened butter over the dough and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top.
4. Roll and Cut:
   • Starting from one long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces.
   • Place the rolls in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
5. Bake:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Make the Glaze:
   • While the rolls are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk or sugar if necessary.
7. Finish:
   • Once the rolls are done, let them cool slightly before drizzling with glaze.

Enjoy your homemade cinnamon rolls! They’re perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat anytime.