Cinnamon Buns

Cinnamon BunsSoft, Moist, and Gooey
There is nothing better than putting in hard work to get out a nice warm cinnamon bun. Lets not forget lathering in icing!

The Dough

1/2 cup milk

2 egg, beaten

4 tablespoons melted butter

4 tablespoons water

4 cups pastry flour

1 tablespoon sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

.25 grams yeast

The Filling

1/2 cup butter, softened

1 cup  brown sugar

4 teaspoons ground cinnamon

 

1. In a small bowl, dissolve 1 teaspoon sugar and yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes. Warm the milk in a small saucepan until it bubbles, then remove from heat. Mix in 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup butter and salt; stir until melted. Let cool until lukewarm.
2. In a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture, milk mixture, eggs and 1 1/2 cup flour; stir well to combine. Stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
3. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.

 

1. Divide dough into two pieces. Roll each piece into a 12x9 inch rectangle. In a bowl, stir together the cinnamon and brown sugar. Spread each piece with half of the butter, half of the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture. Roll up dough, using a little water to seal the seam.
2. Cut each roll into 12 slices using a very sharp knife or dental floss. Place rolls onto two 9x13 inch greased baking pans. Cover and let rise until almost doubled, about 1 hour. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
3. Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.