Cinnamon rolls are a classic sweet treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, dessert, or as an anytime snack. Making your own cinnamon rolls is easy and incredibly rewarding; it’s a sweet, delicious labor of love that will bring you and your family joy. This KitchenAid cinnamon roll recipe is scrumptiously easy, and is sure to be a hit with all your tastebuds!
Making the Dough
With the help of your KitchenAid mixer, all you’ll need to do to make the dough is combine 4 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 cup of vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast into the bowl of your mixer. Let the mixer run for about 5 minutes on low speed with a dough hook attachment. If the dough is still too wet, add a tablespoon of extra flour at a time until it reaches the desired consistency. Be careful not to add too much flour as you don’t want it to be too dry.
Once the dough is ready, turn it onto a floured surface and knead for 5 minutes until it’s soft and smooth. Place the dough into a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm location for an hour or so until it has doubled in size.
Rolling and Filling the Dough
Once the dough has doubled in size, roll out the dough into a large rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Spread the 2 tablespoons of melted butter onto the dough and leave room around the edges. Sprinkle the 1/2 cup of cinnamon, 1/4 cup of light brown sugar and 1/3 cup of chopped nuts (optional) onto the butter. Slowly roll up the dough into a log shape, making sure the edges are sealed. Slice into 12 equal-sized pieces.
Liberally grease a 9×13 (or similar size) baking dish with softened butter or cooking spray and arrange the cinnamon rolls inside. Brush with a little more melted butter if desired.
Baking the Cinnamon Rolls
At 375°F, bake for 25–30 minutes or until lightly browned. Enjoy the delightful aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls drifting through the air!
Adding the Icing
For that extra special touch, you can top your homemade KitchenAid cinnamon rolls with an icing or glaze. Begin by combining 1/2 cup of softened butter, 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a small bowl until creamy. Spread evenly over each roll. Enjoy!
Enjoying Your Homemade Sweet Treat
This KitchenAid cinnamon roll recipe will make 12 delicious and decadent servings – but if your family loves them as much as mine does, you’ll want to make more!
Tips for Making Perfect Cinnamon Rolls
When making KitchenAid cinnamon rolls, it’s important to keep the following tips in mind:
- For the softest and fluffiest rolls, make sure to knead the dough for at least 5 minutes.
- Avoid over rolling your dough as this will cause it to become tough and difficult to roll.
- If you want your cinnamon rolls to have a heavier coating of filling, double or triple the amount you originally use.
- Make sure to leave enough room at the edges when spreading your butter and filling as this will ensure that your rolls are properly sealed when rolled up.
- When baking your cinnamon rolls, make sure to watch them closely and rotate the baking dish for an even baking process.
Substitutions for Traditional Ingredients
If you don’t have access to all of the ingredients needed for this delicious KitchenAid cinnamon roll recipe, there are some great substitutions for traditional ingredients you can use instead. For example, melted butter can be replaced with olive oil or vegetable oil, and you can use honey or brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
Serving Suggestions
These homemade KitchenAid cinnamon rolls are perfect when served alone or with a side of Greek yogurt or your favorite ice cream. They are also delicious when served with a hot cup of coffee or tea; add a few extra sprinkles of cinnamon for an extra special treat!
Variations on the Recipe
This KitchenAid cinnamon roll recipe can easily be adapted to create different flavors and varieties. For example, try adding other ingredients such as walnuts, raisins, oats, or dried cranberries to the filling. You could also use different flavors of icing or glaze; try almond extract, lemon extract, maple extract or orange extract for a flavorful kick! An extra drizzle of melted chocolate could make these rolls even more irresistible.
Alternative Methods for Making Cinnamon Rolls
Not everyone has access to a KitchenAid mixer, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make amazing cinnamon rolls! You can easily make this delicious recipe without a KitchenAid mixer; all you’ll need is a bowl and some elbow grease. Begin by combining all the ingredients in a large bowl; mix until it’s well incorporated before turning out onto a floured surface. Follow the same steps as listed above for rolling and baking your cinnamon rolls.
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