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Amish Cinnamon Rolls

Irresistible Amish Cinnamon Rolls with Silky Caramel Glaze

These Amish Cinnamon Rolls are pillow-like delights topped with a rich caramel glaze, perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
First Rise 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute a gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option
  • 1 cup Warm Milk 110°F, use dairy-free alternatives if needed
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar substitute with coconut sugar for deeper flavor
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter can be substituted with margarine or vegan butter
  • 2 large Large Eggs use flaxseed meal for egg-free version
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast instant yeast can be used as a 1:1 substitute
Filling Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon swappable with nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar coconut or date sugar can be used as alternatives
Glaze Ingredients
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese use vegan cream cheese for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter can be replaced with plant-based butter
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar reduce for a less sweet version
  • 1/4 cup Milk almond or oat milk is a great non-dairy option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure for the best result
  • 1 pinch Salt just a pinch to balance sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking pan
  • whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the warm milk with the active dry yeast. Let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add granulated sugar, large eggs, melted unsalted butter, and a splash of vanilla extract to the yeast mixture. Mix well, then gradually add flour and salt to create a shaggy dough.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and slightly tacky.
  4. Place kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm area until it doubles in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
  5. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl.
  6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle. Spread softened butter over it and sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar filling. Roll tightly and slice into 12 equal rolls.
  7. Grease a baking pan and place rolls in it, covering with a towel. Allow to rise until puffy, about 30 to 45 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Beat together cream cheese and butter until creamy, then add powdered sugar, brown sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth.
  10. Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the rolls once they have cooled for 10 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For best freshness, serve warm on the day they're baked; leftover rolls can be reheated.

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