Ingredients
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Gathering the ingredients for these rolls is like preparing for a cozy Sunday afternoon in the kitchen. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
If you’re out of brown sugar, don’t worry. You can substitute it with an equal amount of granulated sugar mixed with a tablespoon of molasses for that rich flavor. And if you’re in a pinch, regular whole milk can be swapped with any milk you have on hand.
Instructions
Here’s how to whip up these delightful rolls:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, yeast, and salt. Stir to mix well.
- Add the warm milk, melted butter, and egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough begins to form. It’s okay if it’s a bit sticky.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1.5 hours or until doubled in size. I usually tuck mine near the stove where it’s cozy and warm.
- Meanwhile, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle, roughly 12×18 inches.
- Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture evenly on top.
- Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Cover the rolls and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and your kitchen smells like heaven.
- Let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Trust me, the wait is worth it!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Brown Sugar Cinnamon Milk Bread Rolls, recipe, cooking, food
