Absolutely Sinful Cinnamon Rolls!

Ingredients :

• Dough:

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 package active dry yeast
  • 4 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons salt

  Filling:

  • 1 cup melted butter, plus more as needed
  • 1/8 cup ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup sugar, plus more as needed

  Frosting:

  • 1 pound powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon maple extract
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/8 cup melted butter
  • 1/8 cup brewed coffee
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions : 

1. Dough:

• 1. • In a saucepan, combine milk, vegetable oil, and 1/2 cup sugar. Scald the mixture (heat until just before boiling).
     • Remove from heat and let cool for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
     • Once lukewarm, sprinkle in the yeast and let it sit for a minute.
     • Add 4 cups of flour and stir. Cover and let rise for at least an hour.
     • Add the remaining 1/2 cup flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir.
     • Option: Cover and refrigerate overnight or up to two days.

  2. Filling:

     • On a floured surface, roll the dough into a thin rectangle (approximately 12×15 inches).
     • Brush with 1/2 cup melted butter.
     • Sprinkle with 1/2 cup sugar and then cinnamon.

  3. Shaping:

     • Starting from the wide end, roll the dough tightly into a log.
     • Pinch the seam to seal.
     • Cut the log into 1-inch slices.
     • Place slices in greased baking pans.
     • Let rest for 20-30 minutes.

  4. Baking:

     • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 13-17 minutes, or until golden brown.
     • For Christmas Morning: Place the pans in the refrigerator overnight to rise slowly. Let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.

  5. Frosting:

     • Combine powdered sugar, maple extract, milk, melted butter, coffee, and salt in a bowl.
     • Stir until smooth and pourable.
     • Drizzle generously over warm rolls.

Enjoy your “Absolutely Sinful” Cinnamon Rolls!