Scandinavian Cinnamon Rolls |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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These rolls have been a family favorite since I started baking them more than 35 years ago. They're so easy to do-especially for first-time yeast bakers-because they require no kneading. Ingredients:
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast |
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°) |
4 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/4 cup sugar |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 cup cold butter, cubed |
1 cup warm milk (110° to 115°) |
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten |
filling: |
3 tablespoons butter, softened |
1/2 cup sugar |
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon |
glaze: |
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar |
2 tablespoons butter, softened |
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract |
2 tablespoons milk |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in water; set aside. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar and salt; cut in the butter until crumbly. Add yeast mixture, milk and egg yolks; stir to form a soft dough. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Divide dough in half; roll each half into a 12-in. x 10-in. rectangle. Spread with butter. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle half over each piece. Roll up, jelly-roll style, starting at the long end. Cut each roll into 12 slices. Place in greased muffin cups. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. For glaze, cream sugar and butter in a bowl. Add vanilla and milk; beat until smooth. Remove rolls to a wire rack; spread with glaze. Yield: 2 dozen.
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