Ingredients for Amish Cinnamon Rolls
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1 package active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
- 1/2 cup shortening, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 6 cups all-purpose flour (more if needed)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup butter, softened (divided for filling and frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3-4 tablespoons half-and-half
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How to Make Amish Cinnamon Rolls
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Add softened butter, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until incorporated.
- Cover the dough and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
- Spread softened butter evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar mixture.
- Tightly roll the dough into a log, starting from the longer side.
- Cut the log into 12 equal slices.
- Place the rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
14g
Fat
6g
Carbs
6g
