Description
Christmas Morning Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate holiday breakfast treat, perfect for gathering around the table with loved ones. Soft, fluffy rolls filled with a rich blend of cinnamon and brown sugar come together in this delightful recipe, topped with a luscious vanilla icing that will have everyone coming back for seconds. The warm aroma fills your kitchen, creating a cozy atmosphere ideal for Christmas morning or any festive brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tsp active dry yeast (2 packets)
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Milk as needed for consistency
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm milk with 1 tbsp sugar and sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Make Dough: In a large bowl, whisk flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add eggs and frothy yeast mixture; stir until combined. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Let Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm area for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare Filling: Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll out dough on floured surface to a rectangle (½ inch thick), spread melted butter evenly, then sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
- Roll & Cut: Roll dough tightly into a log shape and slice into 12 equal rolls. Place in greased baking dish with space between each roll.
- Final Rise & Bake: Cover rolls and let rise for another 30 minutes while preheating oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Ice Rolls: Mix powdered sugar with vanilla extract and enough milk for desired consistency; drizzle over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg