Jilllyray's Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in the homemade perfection of Jilllyray's Cinnamon Rolls, a buttery, sugary treat that transforms any morning into a special occasion. These irresistibly soft rolls are crafted from a tender, yeast-based dough enriched with whole milk and eggs, then swirled with a luscious filling of cinnamon and brown sugar. Baked to golden perfection and topped with a velvety vanilla glaze, these rolls strike the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. With easy step-by-step instructions and tips for achieving a fluffy texture, this recipe is ideal for weekend baking or holiday celebrations. Treat your family to the ultimate comfort food and enjoy the warm, gooey goodness of freshly baked cinnamon rolls, straight out of the oven!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 0.25 cup warm water
• 2 None large eggs
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup brown sugar (for filling)
• 1.5 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter (softened, for filling)
• 1.5 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons whole milk (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, warm the milk until it is just about to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the 1/4 cup of unsalted butter and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, mixing until the butter melts. Set aside to cool to lukewarm.

Step 2

In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water (about 105°F). Let it sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lukewarm milk mixture, foamy yeast, eggs, and salt. Gradually add the flour, 1 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover with a clean towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours or until it doubles in size.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle (about 12x16 inches).

Step 7

Spread the 1/4 cup softened butter over the surface of the dough. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough.

Step 8

Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal, then cut the log into 12 equal pieces.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the cinnamon rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 11

While the rolls bake, prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Add more milk if needed to reach a pourable consistency.

Step 12

When the cinnamon rolls are done baking, let them cool for 5-10 minutes before drizzling the glaze over the top. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1396.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4284.6

Total Fat 92.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 413.9mg	0%
Sodium 2608.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 800.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 419.1g
Protein 68.4g	0%

Vitamin D 201.4IU	0%
Calcium 715.3mg	0%
Iron 26.0mg	0%
Potassium 1450.1mg	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: 19.3%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 74.3%