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Buttermilk Cinnamon Rolls

Fluffy Buttermilk Cinnamon Rolls That Melt in Your Mouth

Delight in these Buttermilk Cinnamon Rolls, perfect for breakfast or brunch with a sweet aroma and fluffy texture.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • teaspoons Dry Active Yeast Alternatively, use instant yeast for quicker results.
  • ½ cup Warm Water Between 105°F-110°F for best results.
  • 1 cup Lukewarm Buttermilk Substitute with whole milk mixed with lemon juice or vinegar if needed.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda Balances the acidity of buttermilk.
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used as substitute.
  • cup Vegetable Oil Light olive oil is a great alternative.
  • 1 large Egg For a vegan twist, consider using a flax egg.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Bread flour can be used for fluffier rolls.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Salt Enhances flavor.
For the Filling
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Melt before spreading.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can enhance flavor.
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Adjust based on desired sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon Adjust to suit your taste.
For the Icing
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust amount based on desired consistency.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Whole Milk Substitute with cream or dairy-free milk if desired.
  • Maple Extract/Vanilla Extract Optional flavor enhancers.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, dissolve 2¼ teaspoons of dry active yeast in ½ cup of warm water and set it aside for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In another bowl, mix 1 cup of lukewarm buttermilk with ½ teaspoon of baking soda and let it sit.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of granulated sugar, ⅓ cup of vegetable oil, and 1 egg.
  4. Incorporate the buttermilk and yeast mixtures into the large mixing bowl.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of fine salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until it forms a shaggy dough.
  7. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead gently for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  8. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm area for 15-30 minutes.
  9. While the dough is resting, mix ½ cup of melted unsalted butter, ½ cup of granulated sugar, ½ cup of brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of cinnamon for the filling.
  10. Roll out the dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick and spread the cinnamon filling evenly over it.
  11. Starting from one long side, tightly roll the dough into a log and slice into 1.5-inch pieces.
  12. Arrange the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for about 1 hour.
  13. Preheat your oven to 350°F and bake for 17-20 minutes until golden brown.
  14. Let the rolls cool slightly in the baking dish before icing.
  15. Whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2-4 tablespoons of whole milk for the icing.
  16. Spread the icing over the warm rolls before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These rolls are perfect for breakfast or brunch and can be customized with nuts or different spices. Enjoy leftovers warmed or cold.

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