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Cinnamon Buns with Vanilla Frosting

  • 20 mins
  • Rise Time: 1 hour 30 minutes | Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
  • 8-10 Buns
  • Vegetarian
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The Hands Behind This Recipe.

Kristen Dufek

Upstate NY Foodie + UGC Creator · NY

Fueled by coffee and real-life chaos, Kristen creates simple, flavorful recipes that make everyday cooking feel a little more fun. She believes great food fits right into the beautiful mess of daily life.

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Ingredients:

Dough

Filling

Vanilla Frosting

Equipment

Nutritional Information

(Per Serving – Approximate)

Calories:340 Kcal
Carbohydrates:58 g
Sugars:260 g
Protein:49 g
Total Fat:83 g
Saturated Fat:50 g
Fiber:13 g
Sodium:3000 mg

There’s something special about the smell of freshly baked cinnamon buns filling the kitchen. Soft, fluffy dough swirled with a buttery cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with a sweet vanilla frosting creates the ultimate comfort-food treat. Whether you’re making them for a cozy weekend breakfast, holiday brunch, or simply to satisfy a craving, these homemade cinnamon buns are worth every bite. Warm, gooey, and perfectly frosted, they’re guaranteed to disappear fast.

Instructions:

  1. Make the Dough: Mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix into a soft dough and knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for about 1 hour.
  2. Roll & Fill: Roll dough into a rectangle about 1⁄4 inch thick. Spread butter, then sprinkle with
    brown sugar and cinnamon.
  3. Shape: Roll into a log, slice into 8–10 pieces, place in a greased baking dish, and let rise 20–30
    minutes.
  4. Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden.
  5. Make Frosting: Mix powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
  6. Finish: Spread frosting over warm buns.

Cook’s Note:

  1. Use warm milk, not hot milk, as excessive heat can kill the yeast and affect the rise.
  2. Cover the buns after baking to help retain moisture and keep them extra soft.
  3. For a richer, tangier frosting, blend cream cheese into the icing.
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