Soft and Sweet Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Cinnamon rolls are soft, sweet, and full of cozy cinnamon flavor. Perfect for breakfast or a treat, they’re easy to make with simple ingredients at home.

How to Make Soft and Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls at Home

Ingredients

Dough:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter (or dairy-free)
• 1 cup warm milk (or almond/oat milk).
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 2 eggs

Filling:

• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons of cinnamon
• 1/4 cup softened butter

Optional:

• Cream cheese frosting
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Raisins or nuts

Instructions

1. Make the Dough:

• Warm milk slightly and mix it with a little flour and sugar. Add yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
• Mix in the softened butter, eggs, and the rest of the flour to make a soft dough.
• Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth.

2. Let Dough Rise:

• Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–2 hours until it doubles in size.

3. Make the Filling:

• Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a smooth paste.

4. Shape the Rolls:

• Roll the dough into a 16×12-inch rectangle.
• Spread the filling evenly.
• Roll tightly, then cut into 12 slices.
• Place in a greased pan and let rise again for 30–45 minutes.

5. Bake:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.

6. Frost and Serve:

• Spread cream cheese frosting over warm rolls if using. Serve and enjoy!

Basic Nutrition (Per Roll)

• Calories: 350
• Carbs: 52g
• Fat: 14g
• Protein: 6g

This gives a quick and clear overview of the most important values.