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Halloween Cinnamon Rolls

Halloween Cinnamon Rolls That Will Haunt Your Taste Buds

Delicious Halloween Cinnamon Rolls featuring spiced cinnamon and zesty orange icing that will haunt your taste buds.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Ensure it's fresh for optimal texture.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Use less if you prefer a less sweet dough.
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast Always check the expiration date.
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon Opt for high-quality ground cinnamon.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted, contributes richness.
  • 1 cup Milk Warm but not too hot.
  • 2 large Eggs No substitutions suggested.
Orange Icing Ingredients
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Key sweet component for icing.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Use freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Adds freshness to the icing.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking dish
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Warm 1 cup of milk and combine with 1 packet of active dry yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  3. Gradually add the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring in 2 eggs and 1/2 cup of melted unsalted butter.
  4. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Ensure it passes the 'windowpane test'.
  5. Place kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Cinnamon Roll Assembly
  1. Punch the risen dough down, roll out into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Spread melted unsalted butter over the surface, sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar, and roll tightly into a log.
  3. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces and place them cut-side up in a greased baking dish.
  4. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.
Icing and Serving
  1. Allow rolls to cool slightly, then prepare icing by combining powdered sugar with orange juice and zest.
  2. Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best results. Keep the milk warm, but not hot, to activate the yeast properly. Adjust icing consistency with more sugar for thicker glaze or more juice for drizzle.

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