Easy Cinnamon Roll Recipe from BBC Good Food

Cinnamon rolls are a delicious and comforting breakfast treat. This easy recipe from BBC Good Food is perfect for a lazy weekend morning.

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm milk (110 degrees F)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes, until the yeast is foamy.
2. Stir in the vanilla extract, butter, eggs, and 3 cups of the flour. Mix until the dough comes together and forms a ball.
3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
4. Grease a large bowl with butter. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat in the butter. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, pecans, and melted butter.
6. After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it in half. Roll out each half into a 12-inch circle.
7. Spread the filling evenly over each circle of dough. Starting at the edge, roll up the dough into a tight spiral.
8. Cut each roll into 12 pieces. Place the rolls in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
9. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
10. Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. While the rolls are baking, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, combine the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
12. After the rolls have cooled, drizzle with the frosting. Serve immediately.

FAQ

Q: What can use instead of active dry yeast?

A: You can use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast. Just use half the amount of instant yeast that the recipe calls for.

Q: What can use instead of unsalted butter?

A: You can use salted butter, but you may need to reduce the amount of salt in the recipe.

Q: Can make this recipe gluten-free?

A: Yes, you can make this recipe gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend.

Q: Can make this recipe vegan?

A: Yes, you can make this recipe vegan by using vegan butter and vegan milk.

Q: Can make this recipe ahead of time?

A: Yes, you can make this recipe ahead of time. The dough can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours. The rolls can also be baked ahead of time and reheated before serving.

Pros

• Easy to follow recipe
• Only requires a few simple ingredients
• The rolls are delicious and fluffy
• Perfect for a lazy weekend morning

Tips

• Use fresh ingredients for the best results
• Be sure to grease the pan well so the rolls don’