Grandma's Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in the nostalgic comfort of Grandma's Cinnamon Rolls, a timeless recipe featuring pillowy-soft dough swirled with a decadent brown sugar and cinnamon filling. Perfectly golden and baked to perfection, these homemade rolls are topped with a luscious vanilla glaze for a sweet finish that melts in your mouth. This recipe combines simple pantry staples like whole milk, unsalted butter, and powdered sugar, with traditional baking techniques such as kneading and double-proofing to ensure irresistibly fluffy results. Ready in just under two hours, these cinnamon rolls make the ultimate treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Whether served warm out of the oven or saved for later, these bakery-worthy delights are a tribute to classic homemade baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole milk
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.333 cup Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cup Warm water
• 2 Large eggs
• 4.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 2 tablespoons Cinnamon
• 5 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Milk (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, heat the milk until warm (about 110°F). Remove from heat and stir in the butter and granulated sugar until the butter melts. Allow to cool to lukewarm.

Step 2

In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lukewarm milk mixture, yeast mixture, eggs, and salt. Gradually add in the flour, mixing until a dough forms.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Meanwhile, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl to prepare the filling.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle approximately 16x12 inches.

Step 7

Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered surface.

Step 8

Starting from the longer edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the edges to seal, then cut the log into 12 even slices.

Step 9

Place the rolls into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with a towel and let them rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until puffy.

Step 10

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

Step 11

While the rolls bake, prepare the frosting by whisking together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency with a little more milk if needed.

Step 12

Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly before spreading the frosting over the top. Serve warm and enjoy Grandma's classic cinnamon rolls!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1517.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4681.4

Total Fat 117.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 651.8mg	0%
Sodium 2681.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 836.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 403.5g
Protein 81.1g	0%

Vitamin D 202.9IU	0%
Calcium 777.0mg	0%
Iron 29.9mg	0%
Potassium 1574.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.4%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 70.7%