Classic Cinnamon Rolls

Classic Cinnamon Rolls: A Sweet Comfort

There’s something utterly irresistible about warm, freshly baked cinnamon rolls, especially on a lazy weekend morning. The delightful aroma of cinnamon wafting through the air can coax even the sleepiest heads out of bed. Here’s a recipe that marries the deep, spicy flavors of cinnamon with the sweet, creamy textures of a glaze that’s simply heavenly. Get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to the ultimate comfort food: Classic Cinnamon Rolls!

Ingredients:

• For the dough:
  • 250g flour
  • 30g sugar
  • 5g salt
  • 30g fresh yeast
  • 3 cold eggs
  • 125g butter (room temperature)
  • 3 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 6 tablespoons brown sugar
• For the glaze:
  • Egg white (from 1 egg)
  • Icing sugar (to taste)
  • A splash of milk
  • A dash of vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Preparation:
   • Mixing the Dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer, place the flour. Add the salt, sugar, and crumbled yeast at three separate corners to prevent immediate mixing. Add the cold eggs and knead with the dough hook on medium speed (speed 4) for 15 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
   • Incorporating Butter: Gradually add the butter to the dough and continue kneading for an additional minute to fully incorporate.
2. First Rise:
   • Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a floured bowl, cover, and let it rise at room temperature for about 3 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
3. Refrigeration & Second Rise:
   • After the first rise, ‘punch down’ the dough by folding it several times on a floured surface. Place it back in the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes. The dough will rise again during this time.
4. Forming the Rolls:
   • Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle. Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together, then evenly sprinkle the mixture over the dough. Roll the dough tightly from one end to form a log, then cut into 2 cm thick slices.
   • Place the slices in a buttered and floured baking mold, positioned close to each other.
5. Final Rise:
   • Allow the rolls to rise one last time until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
6. Baking:
   • Preheat your oven to 210°C. Brush the rolls with a beaten egg, then reduce the oven temperature to 180°C and bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
7. Making the Glaze:
   • While the rolls cool, prepare the glaze by gradually mixing icing sugar with an egg white to achieve a thick royal icing consistency. Thin it slightly with a splash of milk and add vanilla extract for flavor.
   • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled rolls and sprinkle a touch of cinnamon for a perfect finish.

Nutritional Information:

• Prep Time: 45 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
• Calories: 350 kcal per roll
• Servings: 12 rolls

These cinnamon rolls are not just a treat; they’re an experience, perfect for sharing or enjoying a moment of indulgent solitude. The blend of sweet and spicy, combined with the joy of pulling apart a freshly baked roll, makes this recipe a timeless classic in any baker’s repertoire. Enjoy baking and even more, enjoy indulging!

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