I made these cinnamon rolls for my family reunion in June and somehow the recipe got left behind! Luckily I was able to get another copy from my friend Andi who I originally acquired it from. Thought I might share it with everyone so that I couldn't lose it again!
The original recipe was double this but I have never made it because I don't think my mixer is big enough! I included all my tips to make these truly the most delicious cinnamon roll. Remember that sometimes it takes a few batches before you can get them perfect. When I first started making cinnamon rolls, they would always turn out overdone and dry and thought I'd never be able to make them right but after a few years of practicing and trying different recipes, I can make them perfectly delicious!
Fool Proof Rolls
Mix together the following ingredients:
2 1/2 cups warm water (110-115 degrees)
1/2 cup dry milk
1 1/2 Tablespoons yeast
1/4 cup sugar (+1/8 c for cinnamon rolls)
1/4 cup sugar (+1/8 c for cinnamon rolls)
1/4 cup oil
1 egg (at room temperature)
1 Tablespoon salt
Allow to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes Mix in 5 1/2 cups flour. Knead on speed 2 or 3 for 7 minutes. The dough will be really soft. Only add as much flour as the dough is manageable as it will result in a more lighter roll. Place dough in a greased bowl until double making sure to cover with greased lid or greased plastic wrap. Roll out as you like.
1 egg (at room temperature)
1 Tablespoon salt
Allow to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes Mix in 5 1/2 cups flour. Knead on speed 2 or 3 for 7 minutes. The dough will be really soft. Only add as much flour as the dough is manageable as it will result in a more lighter roll. Place dough in a greased bowl until double making sure to cover with greased lid or greased plastic wrap. Roll out as you like.
For cinnamon rolls I will roll out the dough in a giant rectangle-like shape and brush with plenty of melted butter, cinnamon and brown sugar. You can also add chopped nuts or any other stuffing items you like. Roll the dough in a giant tube being careful not to spill any contents. Cut into 1/2 inch slices. I like to use dental floss as it makes a cleaner cut without pinching the dough much. Place in a pan lined with parchment paper with each roll just touching each other. Allow to raise until double again while you preheat the oven. Bake @ 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown. I recommend testing a middle piece to make sure it isn't doughy in the middle. Top with favorite frosting after rolls have mostly cooled. I prefer cream cheese frosting.
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