Homemade Cinnamon Rolls A Dash of Ginger from www.adashofginger.co.uk
Introduction
Cinnamon rolls are a delicious pastry treat that is enjoyed all over the world. They are especially popular in the United Kingdom, where they are often enjoyed for breakfast or as a sweet treat with a cup of tea. Making cinnamon rolls from scratch may seem intimidating, but it's actually quite simple. In this recipe, we will show you how to make perfect cinnamon rolls that are soft, fluffy, and packed with cinnamon flavour.
Ingredients
For the dough: - 500g strong white bread flour - 1 tsp salt - 50g caster sugar - 7g sachet fast-action yeast - 300ml warm milk - 1 egg - 50g unsalted butter, softened For the filling: - 75g unsalted butter, softened - 75g soft light brown sugar - 2 tbsp ground cinnamon For the icing: - 100g icing sugar - 2-3 tbsp warm water - 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Make the dough
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, caster sugar, and yeast. Make a well in the centre and pour in the warm milk, egg, and softened butter. Mix together until it forms a soft, sticky dough.
2. Knead the dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
3. Prove the dough
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with cling film. Leave to prove in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
4. Make the filling
In a separate bowl, mix together the softened butter, soft light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until it forms a smooth paste.
5. Roll out the dough
Once the dough has proved, turn it out onto a floured surface and roll it into a large rectangle, about 5mm thick.
6. Add the filling
Spread the cinnamon filling over the dough, leaving a small border around the edge.
7. Roll up the dough
Starting from the long edge, gently roll up the dough into a tight spiral.
8. Cut the dough
Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into 12 equal slices.
9. Prove the dough again
Place the cinnamon roll slices into a baking dish and cover with cling film. Leave to prove in a warm place for 30 minutes.
10. Bake the cinnamon rolls
Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas mark 6. Bake the cinnamon rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Make the icing
In a small bowl, mix together the icing sugar, warm water, and vanilla extract until it forms a smooth icing.
12. Ice the cinnamon rolls
Once the cinnamon rolls have cooled slightly, drizzle the icing over the top of the rolls.
Nutrition
Each cinnamon roll contains approximately 315 calories, 9g fat, 50g carbohydrate, 6g protein, and 3g fibre. These values may vary depending on the specific ingredients used and the size of the rolls.
Conclusion
Cinnamon rolls are a delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're enjoying them for breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert, this recipe is sure to impress. With a little bit of patience and some simple ingredients, you can create perfect cinnamon rolls that are soft, fluffy, and packed with cinnamon flavour. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the sweet, comforting taste of cinnamon rolls in the comfort of your own home.