Homemade Cinnamon Rolls | Soft, Fluffy & Irresistibly Delicious!

Let's gather our ingredients! You'll need 1 cup warm milk, 2 ¼ teaspoons yeast, ¼ cup sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ cup melted butter, 1 egg, 3-3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, and for the filling: ½ cup butter, ¾ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons cinnamon.

First, let's activate the yeast! In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy – that means the yeast is alive and ready to go!

Now, add the remaining sugar, salt, melted butter, and egg to the yeast mixture. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size. This is where the magic happens!

Once risen, gently roll the dough into a large rectangle. Spread with softened butter, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Roll it up tightly like a jelly roll.

Cut the roll into 12 equal pieces. Place them in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and let them rise again for about 30 minutes. This second rise ensures extra fluffy rolls!

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly. While they're baking, let's prepare the icing – a simple mixture of powdered sugar, milk, and a touch of vanilla.

Once out of the oven, let the cinnamon rolls cool slightly before frosting. Drizzle generously with icing and serve immediately. These are best enjoyed warm!