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Quick Cinnamon Roll Recipe

Quick Cinnamon Roll Recipe
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This quick cinnamon roll recipe offers a simple and delicious way to enjoy soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls with a sweet glaze. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or an indulgent snack, these rolls combine a tender dough with a cinnamon-sugar filling and a luscious powdered sugar glaze, all made from scratch in under two hours.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 cup milk (any variety)
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil (cooled)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for mixing)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 packet instant yeast (or 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast)

Filling

  • 1/4 cup softened butter or melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (or more as desired)
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Glaze

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Warm the Milk: Heat the milk to around 120°F to 130°F to activate the yeast without killing it.
  2. Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the warm milk with melted butter or coconut oil, sugar, sea salt, and instant yeast. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead and Rise: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about five minutes until smooth. Place in a warm spot and let it rise for approximately 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  4. Prepare the Filling: Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread softened butter over the surface, then evenly sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
  5. Form Rolls: Roll the dough tightly into a log shape. Slice into twelve equal pieces and place them cut-side up in a greased baking pan. Let them rise again for 20 minutes.
  6. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for about 25 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Make the Glaze and Serve: Mix powdered sugar with 2 to 3 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving for a sweet finish.

Notes

  • Use whole milk for richer flavor or any milk alternative for a dairy-free option.
  • Allow dough to rise in a warm, draft-free area for best results.
  • For a vegan version, use coconut oil and a plant-based milk alternative.
  • Brown sugar amount in the filling can be adjusted to your preferred sweetness level.
  • Serve rolls warm for optimal softness and flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently before serving.

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Keywords: cinnamon rolls, quick cinnamon rolls, easy breakfast rolls, homemade cinnamon rolls, cinnamon sugar rolls, sweet rolls

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