Description
Warm, gooey Paula Deen cinnamon rolls deliver southern comfort straight from kitchen to table. Buttery dough swirled with sweet cinnamon promises pure indulgence you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups (up to 4 cups) flour
- 1 (0.25 oz) package yeast
- ½ cup warm water
- 1 cup divided sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ cup scalded milk
- ⅓ cup melted shortening (or butter)
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsps ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup optional raisins (or walnuts or pecans)
- ½ cup plus 4 tbsps divided, ½ cup melted butter, plus more for the pan
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 3 to 6 tbsps hot water
Instructions
- Yeast Activation: Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water until frothy, then combine with scalded milk, sugar, melted butter, salt, and egg in a large mixing bowl, creating a uniform base mixture.
- Dough Formation: Gradually add flour to the liquid ingredients, integrating the yeast mixture until a cohesive, slightly elastic dough develops. Knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes, achieving a smooth, supple consistency.
- First Rise: Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm environment until doubled in volume, approximately 60-90 minutes.
- Filling Preparation: Roll out the dough into a rectangular shape, generously brushing with melted butter. Distribute an even layer of cinnamon-sugar mixture, optionally sprinkling chopped nuts for added depth.
- Rolling and Shaping: Carefully roll the dough from the longer side, creating a tight spiral. Seal the edge by pinching, then slice into 12-15 uniform segments using a sharp knife or dental floss.
- Second Rise and Baking: Arrange rolls in a buttered baking pan, allowing them to expand for 45 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Glazing Finale: Whisk powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract, gradually adding hot water to create a smooth glaze. Drizzle generously over warm rolls, ensuring complete coverage between spirals.
Notes
- Yeast Activation Tip: Ensure water temperature is precisely 110°F to activate yeast effectively without killing it, creating perfect dough rise.
- Kneading Technique: Develop gluten by kneading thoroughly, creating a smooth, elastic texture that guarantees soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls.
- Rising Environment: Choose a consistently warm, draft-free spot like a turned-off oven or sunny kitchen corner to help dough double smoothly.
- Cutting Precision: Use dental floss or a sharp serrated knife for clean, even roll cuts that maintain beautiful spiral shape and uniform baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 270 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg