Gathering the Ingredients
230ml warm milk
1 and 1/2 tablespoons of sugar
2 teaspoons of dry yeast (8g)
1 egg
1 teaspoon of vanilla sugar (8g)
1 teaspoon of salt
2 cups and 3/4 of wheat flour (360g)
2 tablespoons butter (at room temperature)
Sugar and cinnamon for sprinkling
Mixing the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, dry yeast, egg, vanilla sugar, and salt. Mix until all the ingredients are fully incorporated. As the mixture comes together, gradually add the wheat flour, stirring until a smooth dough forms. Once the dough becomes too heavy to stir, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and knead it by hand until it reaches the perfect consistency.
Letting the Dough Rest
After kneading, shape the dough into a ball and place it in a bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rest for about 30 minutes. This allows the yeast to work its magic, resulting in a light and fluffy texture.
Shaping the Rolls
Once the dough has rested, gently press it to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball. Place the dough balls on a floured surface and cover them with plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out.
Preparing for Baking
Preheat your oven to 180ºC to ensure it’s nice and toasty for baking. Roll out each dough ball into a disc shape and make three parallel cuts in the center of each disc with a knife. Arrange the prepared dough on a baking sheet, leaving some space between each roll to allow for expansion during baking.
Baking to Perfection
Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake the rolls until they turn a glorious golden brown, typically around 15-20 minutes. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-browning and ensure they come out perfectly tender and moist.
Adding the Final Touch
Once the rolls are baked to perfection, remove them from the oven and sprinkle them with a mixture of sugar and cinnamon. This final touch adds an extra layer of sweetness and warmth to your cinnamon rolls, elevating them to irresistible heights of deliciousness.
Serving and Enjoying
Now comes the best part – serving and enjoying your freshly baked cinnamon rolls! Whether you’re indulging in them for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these soft and fragrant treats are guaranteed to bring smiles to faces and warmth to hearts. Gather your loved ones around, pour a cup of coffee or tea, and savor every blissful bite.
