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Barb's Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible aroma of homemade cinnamon rolls baking in your kitchen! This recipe boasts a sweet, soft dough that's incredibly easy to make. Get ready for fluffy, gooey, cinnamon-sugar perfection – a true crowd-pleaser for breakfast, brunch, or any sweet treat craving.

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 195 mins
Calories 428.4 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Barb's Cinnamon Rolls

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • Oil (for greasing bowl)

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How to Make Barb's Cinnamon Rolls

  1. In a large bowl, dissolve 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast in 1/2 cup warm water (105-115°F). Let stand until foamy (about 5-10 minutes).
  2. In a separate saucepan, melt 1/2 cup shortening in 1/2 cup hot water.
  3. Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon salt to the melted shortening mixture.
  4. Let the shortening mixture cool until lukewarm.
  5. Add 2 large beaten eggs to the lukewarm shortening mixture.
  6. Add 2 cups all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients and mix well.
  7. Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture.
  8. Gradually add enough all-purpose flour (about 2-3 more cups) to form a soft, slightly sticky dough.
  9. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  10. Generously grease a large bowl with oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat.
  11. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, or overnight, until doubled in size.
  12. Once doubled, punch down the dough.
  13. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a large rectangle (approximately 18x12 inches).
  14. Brush the dough with 1/4 cup melted butter.
  15. Sprinkle evenly with a mixture of 1/2 cup brown sugar and 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon.
  16. Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log.
  17. Trim the ends of the log with a sharp knife.
  18. Cut the log into 1-inch slices and place them cut-side up on a greased baking sheet.
  19. Let the rolls rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  20. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  21. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  22. Remove from baking sheet while still warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

89g

Fat

31g

Carbs

23g

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