Cinnamon Buns are the ultimate cozy treat, featuring soft, fluffy dough rolled with a cinnamon-sugar filling and baked until golden. Topped with a creamy vanilla glaze, these buns are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack. The sweet, buttery filling melts into the dough as it bakes, creating a gooey, caramelized center that’s simply irresistible. Whether served warm from the oven or reheated the next day, homemade cinnamon buns are a classic comfort food that’s worth every step.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
For the Filling:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 ½ tbsp ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. Add the melted butter, remaining sugar, egg, flour, and salt, and mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until combined.
- Roll and Fill the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.
- Roll and Cut the Buns: Roll the dough tightly from the long side to form a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, leaving a little space between each roll.
- Rise and Bake: Cover the dish and let the buns rise for 30-45 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cinnamon buns for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Make the Glaze: While the buns bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the warm buns before serving.
Enjoy these Cinnamon Buns fresh from the oven for a soft, gooey, and comforting treat that’s perfect any time of day!