Soft Glazed Cinnamon Rolls

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix 2¾ cups flour, sugar, yeast, and salt together.

Step 2

In another small bowl, mix the warm milk, melted butter, and egg.

Step 3

Pour the bowl with the milk mixture into the bowl with the flour mixture.

Step 4

Stir everything together until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Put the dough on a lightly floured counter and knead it with your hands for about 5 minutes until it feels smooth.

Step 6

Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rest for 1 hour so it can rise and get bigger.

Step 7

After the dough has risen, place it on the counter and roll it into a large rectangle about ¼ inch thick.

Step 8

Spread the 4 tablespoons softened butter evenly across the dough.

Step 9

Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon over the butter.

Step 10

Starting at one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a long log.

Step 11

Use a knife to cut the log into 12 even rolls.

Step 12

Place the rolls into a lined baking pan, leaving a little space between each one.

Step 13

Let the rolls rest for 20 minutes so they puff up slightly.

Step 14

Bake the rolls in an oven heated to 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes until they are lightly golden.

Step 15

While the rolls bake, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a bowl to make the glaze.

Step 16

When the rolls come out of the oven, drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls.

Step 17

Let them cool for a few minutes, then serve while still warm.