Easy Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Ingredients:
Dough:
- 2 1/2 cups pancake mix (any brand, including off-brand pancake or pancake waffle mix)
- 1/3 cup milk (or water if out of milk)
- 1 egg
Filling:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (adjust to taste; 2 tablespoons can be used for a stronger flavor)
Icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar (approximately)
- Water
- Butter (optional, for a buttery flavor)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, mix together the pancake mix, milk (or water), and egg until a dough forms.
- Sprinkle a little extra pancake mix over the dough to prevent it from being sticky.
- Leave the dough in the bowl while you prepare the filling.
- Make the Filling:
- In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Adjust the amount of cinnamon to your preference.
- Roll Out the Dough:
- Sprinkle some pancake mix on a clean, flat surface to prevent sticking. Get some on your hands as well.
- Dump the dough onto the prepared surface and flatten it with your hands to form a rectangle.
- Add the Filling:
- Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the flattened dough.
- Roll and Cut:
- Carefully roll the dough tightly into a log.
- Cut the log into 1 to 2-inch pieces.
- Bake:
- Place the cut pieces into a greased baking pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown.
- Prepare the Icing:
- In a small bowl, gradually mix water into the powdered sugar until it forms a paste.
- If desired, add a small amount of butter to the icing mixture for a buttery flavor.
- Finish:
- Pour the icing over the cinnamon rolls while they are still hot.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade cinnamon rolls!
Notes:
- You can use any type of pancake or pancake waffle mix, as different brands may require varying amounts of milk or water. Adjust the liquid amount as needed to achieve a dough consistency.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of cinnamon in the filling according to your taste preferences.