Cinnamon Rolls Paula Deen Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible magic of Paula Deen's Cinnamon Rolls! This recipe, inspired by Paula's own kitchen, creates unbelievably soft and fluffy rolls with a rich, decadent cinnamon-sugar filling. The secret? A surprisingly simple dough that's easy to work with, requiring no excessive butter! Perfect for brunch, dessert, or any time you crave a warm, comforting treat. Elevate your baking game with this guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 467.4 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Cinnamon Rolls Paula Deen

  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • ½ cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • granulated sugar for sprinkling in pan
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened (for glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Raisins
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • Vanilla Extract
  • 2-4 tablespoons warm milk or water (for glaze)

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How to Make Cinnamon Rolls Paula Deen

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, dissolve 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast in ½ cup warm water (105-115°F). Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup warm milk, ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup melted unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 large egg.
  4. Add 2 cups all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
  5. Stir in the yeast mixture.
  6. Gradually add the remaining 2-2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, mixing until the dough is soft and slightly sticky but still pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  8. Place the dough in a well-greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1 ½ hours, or until doubled in size.
  9. Once doubled, punch down the dough to release the air.
  10. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 15x9-inch rectangle.
  11. Spread ¼ cup melted unsalted butter evenly over the dough.
  12. In a small bowl, combine ½ cup packed light brown sugar and ½ cup granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the buttered dough.
  13. Optional: Sprinkle with ½ cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or raisins.
  14. Starting from the long side (15-inch), tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.
  15. Cut the log into 12-15 slices.
  16. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  17. Arrange the cinnamon roll slices close together in the prepared pan. Cover and let rise for 45 minutes, or until almost doubled.
  18. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Internal temperature should reach 190-200°F.
  19. While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup unsalted butter, 2 cups powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Gradually add 2-4 tablespoons of warm milk or water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  20. Drizzle the glaze over the slightly cooled cinnamon rolls.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

167g

Fat

54g

Carbs

24g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cinnamon Rolls Paula Deen?

Cinnamon Rolls Paula Deen takes about 150 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cinnamon Rolls Paula Deen?

Cinnamon Rolls Paula Deen has approximately 467.4 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 24 g carbohydrates and 27 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cinnamon Rolls Paula Deen?

The key ingredients for Cinnamon Rolls Paula Deen are Yeast, Warm Water, Milk, Sugar, Butter, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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