Grandma’s Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Indulge in the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls. This classic recipe, handed down through generations, delivers soft, fluffy rolls filled with a decadent cinnamon-sugar filling. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or a sweet treat.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | 3 cups |
| Granulated Sugar | 1/4 cup |
| Baking Powder | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Unsalted Butter, softened | 1/3 cup |
| Large Egg | 1 |
| Milk | 1 1/2 cups |
| Ground Cinnamon | 4-5 tablespoons |
| Packed Brown Sugar | 2 cups |
| Softened Butter | 3/4 cup |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dough:
- Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cut in softened butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Whisk together egg and milk in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.
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Roll Out the Dough:
- Roll out dough into a large rectangle (about 1/4 inch thick) on a floured surface.
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Add the Filling:
- Spread softened butter over the dough.
- Mix cinnamon and brown sugar in a bowl.
- Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture over the buttered dough.
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Roll Up the Dough:
- Roll up the dough from one long edge into a log.
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Slice the Rolls:
- Slice the log into 12 equal-sized rolls.
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Bake the Rolls:
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish, leaving space between each roll.
- Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Let rolls cool slightly.
- Drizzle with icing (optional) and serve warm.
