Easy Cinnamon Rolls

 Easy Cinnamon Rolls are soft, gooey, and incredibly satisfying! With a simple dough and no need for yeast, you can have fresh cinnamon rolls ready in no time. Here's a quick and easy recipe for you:

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup sugar

1 tbsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup non-dairy milk (such as almond or oat milk)

1/4 cup melted vegan butter or coconut oil

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Filling:

1/4 cup melted vegan butter or coconut oil

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 tbsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)

For the Icing (optional):

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1-2 tbsp non-dairy milk

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Grease or line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

2. Make the Dough:

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Add the non-dairy milk, melted vegan butter (or coconut oil), and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture comes together to form a soft dough.

Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it for a minute or two until it’s smooth. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

3. Roll Out the Dough:

Roll the dough into a rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick (roughly 12x8 inches).

4. Add the Cinnamon Filling:

Spread the melted butter or coconut oil over the dough.

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using). Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough.

5. Roll and Slice:

Starting from the long edge, carefully roll up the dough into a tight log.

Slice the rolled dough into 8 even pieces and arrange them in the prepared baking pan.

6. Bake:

Bake the cinnamon rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

7. Make the Icing (Optional):

While the cinnamon rolls are baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, non-dairy milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl to make a smooth icing.

Adjust the consistency by adding more milk for a thinner glaze, or more powdered sugar for a thicker icing.

8. Finish and Serve:

Once the cinnamon rolls are out of the oven, allow them to cool for a few minutes, then drizzle the icing over the warm rolls.

Serve and enjoy the soft, gooey goodness!

Tips:

Make Ahead: You can prepare the dough and filling the night before. Refrigerate the rolls, then bake them in the morning for fresh cinnamon rolls in no time.

Add-ins: Feel free to add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling for extra texture and flavor.

Storage: These cinnamon rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.

These Easy Cinnamon Rolls are a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, and they’re so simple to make!