These Cinnamon Butter Dinner Rolls are a delightful addition to any Thanksgiving meal. Soft, fluffy, and infused with warm cinnamon flavor, they are perfect for soaking up gravy or enjoying with butter.
This recipe is simple and yields rolls that are sure to impress your guests. Serve them warm straight from the oven for a comforting touch to your holiday feast.
Fluffy Cinnamon Butter Dinner Rolls
These dinner rolls are made with a rich dough that incorporates cinnamon and butter, resulting in a sweet and aromatic treat. The recipe takes about 2 hours from start to finish, including rising time, and serves 12 rolls.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for spreading)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix Ingredients: Add melted butter, eggs, salt, ground cinnamon, and flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Rolls: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Second Rise: Cover the rolls with a cloth and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Spread this mixture over the tops of the rolls before baking.
- Bake: Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and brush with additional melted butter if desired.
- Serve: Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving warm.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 rolls
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
