Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2¼ tsp instant yeast
• ¼ cup sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• ¾ cup warm milk
• 3 tbsp melted butter
• 1 egg

• ½ cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp cinnamon powder
• 3 tbsp soft butter

• ½ cup icing sugar
• 1–2 tbsp milk
• ½ tsp vanilla essence

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough: Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm milk, butter, and egg. Knead into a soft dough.
2. First Proof: Cover and let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
3. Prepare Filling: Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
4. Roll the Dough: Roll risen dough into a rectangle. Spread butter evenly.
5. Add Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
6. Shape Rolls: Roll tightly and cut into equal pieces.
7. Second Proof: Arrange rolls in a greased tray and let rise again.
8. Bake & Serve: Bake until golden brown. Drizzle glaze and serve warm.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Soft and fluffy bakery-style rolls
• Rich cinnamon aroma
• Perfect for breakfast or dessert
• Easy to make at home
• Customisable sweetness

Common Mistakes

• Overheating milk
• Adding too much flour
• Skipping proofing time
• Overbaking rolls

Variations

Chocolate: Add chocolate chips.
Nutty: Add chopped walnuts or pecans.
Vegan: Use plant-based milk and butter.

Personal Note

Cinnamon rolls are my favourite comfort bake. The smell while they bake fills the whole house and makes everyone impatient. Fresh, warm rolls straight from the oven are pure happiness.