Ina Garten Cinnamon Rolls

🔪How To Make Cinnamon Rolls

1. For the dough, combine the warm water and yeast in a small bowl and let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast is activated and starts to foam.
2. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix together the sugar, melted butter, hot milk, eggs, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and mix well.
3. Gradually add the flour, 1 cup at a time, until the dough comes together and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
4. Switch to the dough hook attachment and knead the dough on medium speed for 8 to 10 minutes, until it’s smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a large greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. For the filling, combine the melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick.
7. Spread the filling over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges. Starting with the long edge, roll up the dough tightly and cut it into 12 even slices.
8. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and arrange the cinnamon rolls in the pan. Cover with plastic wrap and let the rolls rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until puffed up.
9. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake the cinnamon rolls for 30 to 35 minutes, or until golden brown.For the icing, beat together the cream cheese and butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
10. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Add the vanilla and mix well. Spread the icing over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve immediately.

Why Are My Cinnamon Rolls Not Fluffy?

Here are some reasons why your cinnamon rolls may not be fluffy:

💭Recipe Tips

Here are some tips from Ina Garten’s recipe that will help you make the best cinnamon rolls:

• Use the right kind of yeast: This recipe calls for dry yeast, which needs to be activated in warm water before it can be added to the dough mixture.
• Don’t skip the rising times: The dough needs to rise twice, once for an hour after mixing and again for 30 minutes after rolling the cinnamon rolls. This makes the dough taste better and get light and airy.
• Use bread flour if you want your food to be chewier: This recipe calls for both all-purpose flour and bread flour. Bread flour has more protein than all-purpose flour, which gives the finished product a more chewy texture.
• Roll the dough tightly: When rolling the cinnamon rolls, make sure to roll the dough tightly so that no gaps or air pockets form.
• Use a sharp knife or a piece of dental floss to cut the rolls: To cut the cinnamon rolls evenly without squashing them, use a sharp knife or a piece of dental floss.
• Don’t overbake the cinnamon rolls: Keep an eye on them while they’re in the oven and take them out when they’re golden brown. Cinnamon rolls can get dry and hard if they are baked too long.
• Let the rolls cool a bit before icing them: Let the cinnamon rolls cool for a few minutes before spreading the cream cheese icing on top. This keeps the icing on the rolls from melting and running off.

🍴 What To Serve With Cinnamon Rolls?

Cinnamon rolls are a sweet and indulgent treat that are great for breakfast or brunch. Here are some ideas for what to eat with cinnamon rolls:

Fresh fruit: Serve a bowl of fresh berries or sliced fruit on the side of the sweet and sticky cinnamon rolls for a cool contrast.

Eggs: Scrambled or fried eggs go well with cinnamon rolls for breakfast. The sweet rolls are balanced out by the salty eggs.

Bacon or sausage: Cinnamon rolls are often served with either crispy bacon or savory sausage for breakfast.

Coffee or tea: The best drink to have with cinnamon rolls is a hot cup of coffee or tea.

Yogurt: For a healthy and refreshing addition to your breakfast or brunch spread, put a bowl of creamy Greek yogurt next to the cinnamon rolls.

Orange juice: Freshly squeezed orange juice is a classic breakfast drink that goes well with the sweet taste of cinnamon rolls.

Whipped cream: Serve cinnamon rolls with a dollop of whipped cream on top for a more decadent treat.

🥶 How To Store Leftovers

Storage options for leftover cinnamon buns are as follows:

• Room temperature: Cinnamon buns can be kept at room temperature for up to two days if eaten within that time. You can keep them edible for longer if you cover them in plastic or foil.
• Refrigerator: The cinnamon rolls can be stored in the fridge for up to two days if you need to keep them for longer. Make sure they don’t dry out by wrapping them in plastic or aluminum foil.
• Freezer: Cinnamon rolls can be frozen for later use. Using plastic wrap, carefully package each roll before storing it in a freezer-safe container or resealable plastic bag. You can keep them frozen for up to three months. They need to be brought to room temperature from the freezer before being reheated.

If you want to keep the cinnamon rolls fresh for as long as possible, you should store them in an airtight container.

🌡️ How To Reheat Leftovers

You can reheat the cinnamon buns in the following ways:

• Microwave: Reheating cinnamon buns in the microwave is the quickest method. Warm the cinnamon bun in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds on a microwave-safe plate. Overcooking will cause it to dry out and become harsh.
• Oven: Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, preheated. Warm the cinnamon rolls by baking them in an aluminum-foil parcel for about ten to fifteen minutes. Using this procedure will keep the cinnamon buns from becoming mushy and preserve their texture.
• Toaster oven: The cinnamon bun can be warmed in a toaster oven for about five to seven minutes. If the cinnamon roll is a little firm or stale, you can use this strategy to your advantage.

In either case, keep a tight eye on the cinnamon rolls to ensure they don’t dry out or overcook. Before reheating, you can enhance the cinnamon rolls’ flavor by spreading some butter or cream cheese frosting on top.

FAQ Section

What’s the difference between cinnamon rolls and cinnamon buns?

Pastries whose primary taste comes from cinnamon include cinnamon rolls and cinnamon buns. Cinnamon rolls, on the other hand, are normally made with a yeast-based dough, rolled out, filled with butter and cinnamon sugar, sliced, and then baked. Typically, cinnamon buns are created with a sweeter, butterier dough that is rolled out, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, rolled up, and then baked.

Why did the middles pop out of my cinnamon rolls?

Your cinnamon rolls may have collapsed in the middle for a number of reasons. The dough may not have been kneaded sufficiently, there may not have been enough fat added, the dough may have been over-proofed, or the dough may not have been rolled out evenly.

Why Do My Cinnamon Rolls Rise Unevenly When Baking?

There are a number of factors that can cause cinnamon buns to rise unevenly while baking. The rolls may not be baking uniformly due to an uneven oven temperature. Another possibility is that the dough was not thoroughly kneaded, which led to an uneven rise. Finally, the dough’s uneven thickness and uneven rollout may have contributed to the uneven rise.

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Ina Garten Cinnamon Rolls Nutrition Fact

• Calories: 200
• Fat: 8 grams
• Sodium: 310 mg
• Carbohydrates: 28 grams
• Fiber: 1 gram
• Protein: 4 grams
• Sugar: 10 grams