Description
Sweet cinnamon rolls dance with warmth and comfort, promising a delightful morning treat that whispers home-style bakery magic. Pillowy dough swirled with fragrant spices and topped with creamy glaze invite you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 (14-ounce) package active dry yeast
Sweeteners:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup cane sugar
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon cane sugar
Liquids and Spices:
- 1/2 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 1/2 cup almond milk, at room temperature
- 3 to 4 tablespoons almond milk
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil, plus more for brushing
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare a rectangular baking dish with a light coating of grease to prevent sticking.
- Activate yeast by combining it with sugar and tepid water, allowing the mixture to become foamy and aromatic.
- Create a liquid base by blending almond milk, melted coconut oil, granulated sugar, salt, and the activated yeast mixture until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate flour into the liquid, mixing until a soft, slightly tacky dough forms. Gently work the dough with minimal kneading.
- Cover the dough and let it rest in a warm environment for approximately 60 minutes, allowing it to double in volume.
- Deflate the risen dough and roll it out into a uniform rectangular shape on a clean surface.
- Spread a thin layer of melted coconut oil across the dough’s surface, then generously distribute the cinnamon filling evenly.
- Carefully roll the dough into a tight cylinder, ensuring a compact and even shape.
- Slice the rolled dough into 12 equal portions and arrange them carefully in the prepared baking dish.
- Allow the rolls to proof for an additional 60 minutes, letting them rise and become puffy.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- Remove from oven, let cool for 10 minutes, drizzle with glaze, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use warm (not hot) liquid to activate yeast without killing it, ensuring perfect rising and soft texture.
- Choose instant or active dry yeast for reliable fermentation, checking expiration date before starting.
- Replace dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives like almond milk for vegan-friendly version without compromising taste.
- Prevent rolls from drying out by covering with damp kitchen towel during rising stages and brushing with extra coconut oil.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg