Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast - 1/4 cup warm water - 1/2 cup warm milk - 1/4 cup granulated sugar - 1 teaspoon salt - 1/4 cup butter - 2 eggs - 4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup butter, melted - 1 1/4 cups light brown sugar, packed - 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
For the Caramel Glaze:
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed - 1/2 cup heavy cream - 4 tablespoons butter - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 2 cups confectioners' sugar
Instructions
Making the Dough:
- In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water. - Add the milk, sugar, salt, butter, eggs, and 2 cups of flour. - Beat the mixture until combined. - Gradually add the remaining 2 1/4 cups of flour, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Making the Filling:
- In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients for the filling and stir until a thick paste forms.
Assembling the Cinnamon Rolls:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a large rectangle. - Spread the filling mixture over the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch border. - Roll the dough into a log, starting from the long side. - Cut the log into 12 rolls and place them in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
Baking the Cinnamon Rolls:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). - Bake the cinnamon rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Making the Caramel Glaze:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. - Add the brown sugar and cream and stir until combined. - Bring the mixture to a boil and let boil for 2 minutes. - Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and confectioners' sugar. - Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls and let cool before serving. To make the perfect Sticky Caramel Cinnamon Rolls, start by making the dough and the filling. Once you have the dough and filling prepared, roll out the dough and spread the filling over it. Next, roll the dough into a log and slice into 12 rolls. Place the cinnamon rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes. Finally, make the caramel glaze by melting the butter in a saucepan, adding the brown sugar and cream, boiling for 2 minutes, then stirring in the vanilla and confectioners' sugar. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls and let cool before serving. These Sticky Caramel Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect treat for any occasion. With their sweet and sticky caramel glaze, they are sure to be a hit! Enjoy!