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Quick Cinnamon Rolls

Deliciously fluffy cinnamon rolls that come together in just one hour, perfect for any sweet craving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Warm milk About 110°F, to wake up the yeast.
  • 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast For quick rising.
  • 0.25 cup Granulated sugar For the dough.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted For the dough.
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature.
  • 3 to 3.25 cups All-purpose flour Start with 3 cups and add only if needed.
Filling Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed For the filling.
  • 1 to 1.5 tablespoons Ground cinnamon Adjust based on preference.
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, softened For the filling.
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 to 1.5 cups Powdered sugar For the glaze.
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons Milk or cream For the glaze.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract For glaze or dough.
  • 1 pinch Salt To balance the sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a warm bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add melted butter, egg, salt, and 2 and 3/4 cups of flour. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then add flour one tablespoon at a time if it's very sticky.
  3. Knead by hand on a lightly floured surface for 2 to 3 minutes, or mix with a dough hook for 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Cover the bowl and set it in a warm spot for 10 minutes.
Filling and Rolling
  1. Stir softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together until spreadable.
  2. Roll the dough to about 12 by 16 inches. Spread cinnamon-sugar butter from edge to edge.
  3. Roll up tightly toward one long side and pinch to seal.
  4. Slice into 12 rolls using a serrated knife.
Baking
  1. Arrange rolls in a greased 9 by 13 inch pan. Cover and let rest in a warm spot for 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Bake at 350°F for 18 to 22 minutes until lightly golden.
Glazing
  1. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.

Notes

For variations, consider adding orange zest, maple syrup, or making a brown butter glaze. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.