easiest cinnamon rolls

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THE RECIPE

easiest cinnamon rolls

INGREDIENTS

• 2 3/4 cups (345g) all-purpose flour

• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)

• 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk

• 1/4 cup (60ml) water

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1 large egg

FILLING

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

• 1/4 cup (50g) packed light or dark brown sugar

ICING

• 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

• 2-3 tablespoons (30-45ml) whole milk

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare the dough. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Set aside.

2. In a heatproof bowl, combine the milk, water, and butter together. Microwave or heat the butter until it is melted. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients stir or use a mixer until soft dough forms.

3. On a lightly floured clean working surface, knead the dough for about 3 minutes. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover with a damp cloth, aluminum foil, or plastic wrap. Let the dough rest for about 10 minutes.

4. Fill the rolls. After 10 minutes, roll the dough out in a 14×8 inch rectangle. Spread the softened butter on top. Mix together the cinnamon and sugar. Sprinkle it all over the dough. Roll up the dough tightly. Cut into 10-12 even rolls and arrange in a lightly greased 9-inch round cake pan or pie dish.

5. Rise. Tightly cover the rolls with a damp cloth, aluminum foil, or plastic wrap and allow to rise in a warm environment for 60-90 minutes (near a window or by the stove works!)

6. Bake the rolls. After the rolls have doubled in size, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25-28 minutes until lightly browned. If you notice the tops are getting too brown too quickly, loosely cover the rolls with aluminum foil and continue baking.

7. Meanwhile, make the icing. Whisk the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk together. Drizzle or spread over warm rolls. Serve and enjoy!