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Introduction
Cinnamon buns are a delicious and popular pastry that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a sweet treat. They are made with a soft, fluffy dough that is rolled out and filled with a cinnamon-sugar mixture, then baked until golden brown. In this article, we will be sharing a simple and easy-to-follow recipe for cinnamon buns that is perfect for anyone, regardless of their baking experience. So, let's get started!
Ingredients
For the dough, you will need: - 500g strong white flour - 50g caster sugar - 7g fast-action yeast - 1 tsp salt - 250ml warm milk - 50g unsalted butter, melted - 1 egg, beaten For the filling, you will need: - 100g unsalted butter, softened - 100g light brown sugar - 2 tbsp ground cinnamon For the glaze, you will need: - 100g icing sugar - 1-2 tbsp milk
Instructions
Step 1: Make the dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, caster sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix well. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, and beaten egg. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir until a dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for around 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a clean, oiled bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Leave to rise in a warm place for around an hour or until it has doubled in size.
Step 2: Make the filling
In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
Step 3: Assemble the buns
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a rectangle shape, roughly 40cm x 30cm. Spread the filling evenly over the surface of the dough. Starting at one of the longer edges, roll the dough up tightly into a log shape. Cut the log into 12 even slices and place them into a greased baking dish. Leave some space between each slice to allow for rising. Cover the baking dish with a damp cloth and leave to rise in a warm place for around 30 minutes.
Step 4: Bake the buns
Preheat your oven to 180°C. Once the buns have risen, remove the cloth and bake in the oven for around 25-30 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5: Make the glaze
In a small bowl, mix together the icing sugar and milk until you have a smooth, thick glaze.
Step 6: Glaze the buns
Once the buns are cooked, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes. Drizzle the glaze over the top of the buns and serve warm.
Nutrition
Here is the approximate nutritional information for one cinnamon bun: - Calories: 380 - Fat: 16g - Carbohydrates: 53g - Protein: 6g - Sugar: 23g - Sodium: 330mg
Conclusion
Cinnamon buns are a delicious and indulgent treat that are perfect for any occasion. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can make your own cinnamon buns at home and enjoy their sweet, cinnamon-y goodness whenever you like. So, give it a try and let us know how you get on!
