Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients

For the dough:

• 1 cup warm milk (Around 100 degrees)

• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 large eggs

• 4 cups all-purpose flour

For the filling:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup brown sugar, packed

• 2 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the icing:

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2-3 tbsp milk

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare the dough:

   • Warm the milk and sprinkle the yeast over it. Let it sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.

   • In a large bowl, combine sugar, melted butter, salt, eggs, and yeast mixture. Mix well.

   • Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms.

2. Knead and rise:

   • Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise for 1–2 hours, until doubled in size.

3. Prepare the filling:

   • Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.

   • Roll dough into a 16×12-inch rectangle and spread softened butter over it. Sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar.

4. Roll and cut:

   • Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log.

   • Slice into 12 even rolls and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

5. Second rise:

   • Cover the rolls and let them rise 30–45 minutes, until puffy.

6. Bake:

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

   • Bake rolls for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown.

7. Ice:

   • Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over warm rolls