Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

 

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Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls Recipe - (Below)

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Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple batter of cake mix, flour, and yeast and filled with a cinnamon and sugar mixture. The rolls are baked until golden brown and topped with a creamy frosting.

Quote For The Day:

"I can't tell you enough about cinnamon. Cinnamon is an awesome spice to use and it goes great with something like apples in the morning or in a mixture of fruit or in your oatmeal or even in your cereal." - Emeril Lagasse

Food For Thought:

Photo Credit: Laurie Koitzsch Quick (Facebook)

Have you seen this cooking hack? It is a great way to soften cold butter really fast without melting it. We use a lot of butter in my house. My youngest daughter is a great baker and she uses a lot of butter for her recipes. I will share more ways to soften butter with you here, one of the tips includes the method shown in the picture above.

Softening Butter Quickly Without Melting

Here are a few effective methods:

• Glass Bowl Method: Fill a glass bowl with hot water, empty it, then invert the bowl over your butter. The trapped heat will soften the butter without melting it.

• Grate or Chop: Cutting the butter into small pieces significantly speeds up the softening process.

• Microwaving Carefully: Use short bursts of low power, checking frequently to prevent melting.

• Plan Ahead: If possible, take the butter out of the refrigerator in advance to allow it to soften naturally.

By following these tips, you can achieve perfectly softened butter for your baking needs without the risk of melting.

A Few Questions For You:

Recipe and Process

• Did you find the cake mix cinnamon roll recipe easy to follow? Were there any steps that were particularly tricky?

• How did you prevent the cinnamon rolls from spreading too much while baking?

• What was your favorite part of making these cinnamon rolls? The assembly, the baking, or the frosting?

Flavor and Texture

• Did you find the sweetness level of the cinnamon rolls to be just right? Would you adjust the amount of sugar next time?

• How did the texture of the cinnamon rolls compare to traditional cinnamon rolls? Were they as soft and fluffy?

• What was your favorite thing about the flavor of these cinnamon rolls? The cinnamon and sugar filling, the cake mix base, or the frosting?

Serving and Enjoyment

• How did you serve your cake mix cinnamon rolls? Warm, cold, or with ice cream?

• Would you recommend these cinnamon rolls for breakfast, brunch, or dessert?

• Did you make any substitutions for the frosting? What worked well?

Yesterday's Recipe

• Did you read the recipe I shared yesterday? It is called the Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe. I hope you enjoy it and I would like to know what you think of it.

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My Thoughts On Cinnamon Rolls:

I enjoy the cinnamon sugar and icing flavor that cinnamon rolls bring. I know it's not the healthiest breakfast but I like to have a cinnamon roll with a hot cup of coffee for breakfast when I can. I visited a restaurant in the past that made giant cinnamon rolls. The cinnamon rolls they make are the size of about four regular cinnamon rolls.

More Information For You:

The cinnamon roll, as we know it today, is a relatively modern creation, though its roots can be traced back centuries.

• Ancient Origins: Sweetened breads and pastries date back to ancient civilizations, with the Egyptians and Romans enjoying honeyed treats.

• European Influence: The addition of cinnamon, a precious spice, to baked goods, became more common in Europe during the Middle Ages.

• Scandinavian Connection: The modern cinnamon roll, often associated with Sweden and other Nordic countries, evolved during the 19th and 20th centuries. These regions are famous for their cardamom-infused sweet rolls.

• American Adaptation: Cinnamon rolls gained widespread popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, often featuring a sweeter, richer filling and a generous frosting.

To learn more about the history of cinnamon rolls you can visit Cadbury Desserts Corner.

Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls Recipe - (Breads & Rolls)

Ingredients:

• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 5 cups flour
• 2 packages yeast
• 2 1/2 cups warm water
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Dissolve yeast in 1 cup of warm water.
2. Measure out flour in a large container. (not plastic)
3. Add cake mix and stir until mixed, then add yeast and remaining 1 1/2 cups warm water.
4. Stir well.
5. Knead as for roll dough. (This is usually a softer dough.)
6. Put in a well-greased bowl and let rise until double in size.
7. Knead down, then you are ready to roll out for Cinnamon Rolls.
8. Brush well with margarine and sprinkle generously with the sugar and cinnamon which have been mixed together.
9. Roll up and cut.
10. Place in a well-greased pan and let rise.
11. Bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes.

Classic Cinnamon Roll Icing

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Gradually whisk in the milk and vanilla extract until the icing reaches your desired consistency. You may need to add more milk for a thinner icing or more powdered sugar for a thicker icing.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, use cream cheese instead of butter.
• Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
• For extra sweetness, drizzle icing with caramel sauce.

Enjoy your homemade cinnamon rolls with this classic icing!

Keep on cooking!
-The Recipe Guy

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