Grandma's Best Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Transport yourself back to 1997 with this nostalgic cinnamon roll recipe! These tender, melt-in-your-mouth rolls, featuring a touch of oatmeal, are a delightful treat perfect for impressing overnight guests. This recipe utilizes a bread machine for effortless dough making, saving you precious time while delivering exceptional results. The secret? A dreamy icing made with leftover Spanish bar cake icing (or easily adapted to your favorite!). Get ready to wow your family and friends with these irresistible cinnamon rolls – a true testament to Grandma's baking wisdom!

Prep Time 25 mins

Cook Time 55 mins

Calories 334.4 kcal

Protein 10g

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Ingredients for Grandma's Best Cinnamon Rolls

All Purpose Flour
Quick Oats
Granulated Sugar
Yeast
Salt
Butter
Milk
Water
Egg
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
Ground Cinnamon
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon honey

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How to Make Grandma's Best Cinnamon Rolls

**Bread Machine Dough:** Combine all dough ingredients (see ingredient list below) in your bread machine pan, following your manufacturer's recommended order.
**Dough Cycle:** Select the dough/manual cycle on your bread machine and let it do its magic.
**Prep for Shaping:** Once the cycle is complete, carefully remove the dough from the bread machine onto a lightly floured surface.
**Knead (If Necessary):** If the dough is too sticky, gently knead in additional flour until it becomes manageable.
**Roll Out the Dough:** Roll the dough into a large rectangle (approximately 18 x 8 inches).
**Butter and Spice:** Brush the dough evenly with melted butter. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, and 1/2 cup raisins (optional) leaving a 1/2-inch border at the top.
**Roll and Slice:** Tightly roll the dough from the long side, pinching the seam to seal. Cut the roll into 9 equal pieces.
**Rise and Shine:** Arrange the rolls, cut-side up, in a greased 8x8-inch baking pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 45-60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
**Bake to Perfection:** Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
**Cool and Glaze:** Remove from the oven and let the rolls cool slightly in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
**Easy Icing:** While rolls cool, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons softened butter, and 1 tablespoon honey in a small bowl until smooth. Add more honey for desired consistency.
**Drizzle & Delight:** Drizzle or spread the icing generously over the cooled cinnamon rolls.
**Serve & Enjoy:** Serve warm and savor every delicious bite!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

102g

Fat

34g

Carbs

17g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Grandma's Best Cinnamon Rolls?

Grandma's Best Cinnamon Rolls takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Grandma's Best Cinnamon Rolls?

Grandma's Best Cinnamon Rolls has approximately 334.4 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Grandma's Best Cinnamon Rolls?

The key ingredients for Grandma's Best Cinnamon Rolls are All Purpose Flour, Quick Oats, Granulated Sugar, Yeast, Salt, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.