Best 2 Old Fashioned Cinnamon Rolls Recipes

The art of baking Old Fashioned Cinnamon Rolls is a cherished tradition that has been passed down through generations. These delectable treats, characterized by their soft, fluffy texture and a generous swirl of cinnamon sugar, evoke a sense of nostalgia and comfort. With a few simple ingredients and a touch of patience, you can recreate these classic pastries in your own kitchen, filling your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GRAMMIE BEA'S OLD FASHIONED CINNAMON ROLLS

Grammie Bea's Old Fashioned Cinnamon Rolls image

These aren't a breakfast roll, but rather a DELICIOUS treat, and one that I often enjoyed when I was young. My grandmother always made her own pie crust, and she would always make extra, so we could have these yummy treats. This is great for using the extra dough you have from your homemade pie crusts instead of throwing it away. Today I usually use the 9" pre-made unroll and bake pie crusts, because it's quick and easy. You can sprinkle on finely chopped nuts of your choice before rolling up if you like. Walnuts and pecans are my favorite. This is my idea of a comfort dessert :) They were always made with lots of love in my house. I hope you will enjoy them as much as my family! The serving size here is for 2 pre-made 9" pie crusts.

Provided by Lindas Busy Kitchen

Categories Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 28 rolls

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 (9 inch) pie crusts, unroll and bake (I use Kroger brand) or 2 (9 inch) pie crusts, homemade and rolled out
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350.
Let the pie crust sit out for 1/2 hours if using the unroll and bake crusts, so they get soft enough to roll up without the crust cracking. (Make homemade pie crust if you are making your own. Roll out thin, just as you would to make a pie crust).
Melt butter in the microwave for 20 seconds, and brush onto top of pie crusts.
Mix cinnamon and sugar together and sprinkle on top of the butter.
Roll up crust dough jelly roll style, making into a long log. Crimp the edge of the pie crust so it holds together. (See picture).
Using a sharp knife cut dough into 3/4" pieces, and place cinnamon side down on a greased cookie sheet.
Bake for 20-22 minutes until a light golden brown. Take out of oven and let cool for a few minutes, then take off sheet, so they don't stick, and let cool.
Store in plastic container or Zip-Lock baggie, that is if you have any left!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.5, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 2.2, Sodium 72.7, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 3.6, Protein 0.8

OLD FASHIONED CINNAMON ROLLS

OLD FASHIONED CINNAMON ROLLS image

Categories Bread Egg

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 pkg active dry yeast
1/2 C lukewarm water
1/2 C scalded milk
1/3 C vegetable shortening
1/4 C packed brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
3 to 3 1/2 C all-purpose flour
3/4 c quick or old fashioned oats, uncooked
2 tblspns butter, melted
Filling:
1 c packed brown sugar
1/3 c butter, softened
1/4 c raisins
2 tsps cinnamon

Steps:

Dissolve yeast in water. Pour milk over shortening, sugar and salt, stirring to melt shortening. Cool to lukewarm. Add eggs and 1 cup flour and mix well. Add dissolved yeast and oats. Stir in enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. Knead on floured surface 8 to 10 min. until smooth/elastic. Shape into a ball and place in greased large bowl. Cover and let rise in a warm place about 1 hr or until doubled in size. Punch dough down. Cover. Let rest 10 min. Divide dough in half. Roll each half to form 2 12-inch squares. Brush each square with 1 tblspn melted butter. For filling, combine all ingredients. Sprinkle 1/2 filling onto each square. Roll up and slice each log into 12 1-inch slices. Place in 2 greased 8-inch square baking pans. Cover; let rise 45 min or until doubled in size. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Bake for 25-30 min. Immediately invert pans to remove rolls. Ice with thin confectioners sugar glaze, if desired.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Organic all-purpose flour, real butter, and fresh milk will make a big difference.
Make sure your yeast is active. If you're using active dry yeast, proof it in warm water with a little sugar before adding it to the dough. Instant yeast can be added directly to the dry ingredients.
Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. This will help to develop the gluten in the flour, which will give the cinnamon rolls their chewy texture.
Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will take about 1-2 hours.
Roll the dough out into a large rectangle. The dough should be about 1/4-inch thick.
Spread the cinnamon sugar filling evenly over the dough. Be sure to leave a 1-inch border around the edges.
Roll the dough up tightly, starting from the long side. Pinch the seam to seal.
Cut the roll into 12 even pieces. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish.
Let the rolls rise again in a warm place for about 30 minutes.
Bake the rolls in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Enjoy the cinnamon rolls warm, with a cup of coffee or tea.

Conclusion:

These old-fashioned cinnamon rolls are a delicious and classic treat that everyone will love. They're perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With a few simple tips, you can make these cinnamon rolls at home and enjoy them with your family and friends.