Sweet Sugar Rolls

Sweet Sugar Rolls

Sweet Sugar Rolls are a delightful blend of soft, buttery dough and a sweet, caramelized sugar topping. Perfectly golden and melt-in-your-mouth tender, these rolls are an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether enjoyed with your morning coffee or as a comforting afternoon snack, their rich aroma and delicious sweetness make them a crowd favorite. Simple to prepare and utterly satisfying, Sweet Sugar Rolls are sure to become a cherished addition to your recipe collection.

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🍯 Sweet Sugar Rolls: A Delightfully Easy Recipe for Pure Comfort! πŸ₯βœ¨

There’s something incredibly comforting about a warm, soft, and slightly sticky sweet sugar roll. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat with a cup of coffee, these rolls are surprisingly simple to make and absolutely irresistible! Forget complicated pastries – this recipe focuses on pure, unadulterated sugary joy.

Get ready to fill your kitchen with the aroma of freshly baked goodness! Let’s get baking! πŸ‘‡


πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ What You’ll Need: Ingredients List

Gather your baking essentials! Most of these you probably already have in your pantry.

For the Dough:

  • πŸ₯› 1 cup (240ml) Warm Milk (around 105-115Β°F / 40-46Β°C – warm to the touch, not hot!)
  • πŸ₯„ 2 ΒΌ teaspoons Active Dry Yeast (one standard packet)
  • granulated sugar ΒΌ cup (50g) Granulated Sugar
  • πŸ₯š 1 Large Egg, at room temperature
  • 🧈 ΒΌ cup (57g) Unsalted Butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 🍚 3 cups (360g) All-Purpose Flour, plus more for dusting
  • πŸ§‚ Β½ teaspoon Salt

For the Filling:

  • 🧈 Β½ cup (114g) Unsalted Butter, softened
  • ✨ ΒΎ cup (150g) Granulated Sugar
  • 🀎 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon (optional, but highly recommended for that classic flavor!)

For the Simple Glaze (Optional but Yummy!):

  • ΰ€ͺΰ€Ύΰ€‰ΰ€‘ΰ€° sugar 1 cup (120g) Powdered Sugar (confectioners’ sugar)
  • πŸ₯› 2-3 tablespoons Milk (or heavy cream for a richer glaze)
  • πŸ₯„ Β½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract

πŸ› οΈ Requirements & Equipment

No fancy gadgets needed! Just your basic kitchen tools.

  • πŸ₯£ Large Mixing Bowl
  • whisk Whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • spatula Rubber Spatula
  • rolling pin Rolling Pin
  • baking dish 9×13 inch Baking Dish (or similar size)
  • clean kitchen towel Clean Kitchen Towel or Plastic Wrap
  • oven mitts Oven Mitts

πŸ“ Let’s Get Rolling! Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these simple steps to create your delicious sweet sugar rolls!

Part 1: Making the Dough 🍞

  1. Activate the Yeast: In your large mixing bowl, pour in the warm milk. Sprinkle the active dry yeast and 1 tablespoon of the granulated sugar over the milk. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. You should see it become foamy and bubbly – that means your yeast is alive and ready to work! If not, your milk might have been too hot or too cold, and you’ll need to start again with new yeast. 🫧
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: To the foamy yeast mixture, add the remaining granulated sugar, the room temperature egg, and the melted butter. Whisk everything together until well combined. πŸ₯šπŸ§ˆ
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add 2 cups of the all-purpose flour and the salt to the wet mixture. Stir with a rubber spatula or a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Begin kneading, gradually adding the remaining 1 cup of flour, a little at a time, until the dough is smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky. This should take about 5-8 minutes of continuous kneading. Alternatively, if you have a stand mixer, use the dough hook attachment and knead on medium-low speed for about 5 minutes. πŸ’ͺ
  5. First Rise: Lightly grease your large mixing bowl with a little oil. Place the kneaded dough into the bowl, turning it once to coat. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size. πŸŒ‘οΈβ¬†οΈ

Part 2: Preparing the Filling & Shaping the Rolls πŸŒ€

  1. Prepare the Filling: While the dough is rising, prepare your filling. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and cinnamon (if using). Mix well until it forms a creamy, spreadable paste.
  2. Punch Down & Roll Out: Once the dough has doubled, gently punch it down to release the air. Turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Using your rolling pin, roll the dough into a large rectangle, approximately 18×12 inches (45×30 cm). Aim for an even thickness. πŸ“
  3. Spread the Filling: Evenly spread the butter-sugar-cinnamon filling over the entire surface of the dough rectangle, leaving a small Β½-inch border along one of the long edges clean. This helps seal the roll.
  4. Roll it Up! Starting from the long edge opposite the clean border, carefully and tightly roll the dough into a log. Try to keep it as tight as possible to prevent gaps. ➑️πŸͺ΅
  5. Slice the Rolls: Using a sharp knife or even unflavored dental floss, slice the log into 12-15 individual rolls, each about 1 to 1.5 inches thick. πŸ”ͺ
  6. Second Rise: Lightly grease your 9×13 inch baking dish. Arrange the sliced rolls snugly in the prepared dish. Cover the dish again with your kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let them rise in a warm place for another 30-45 minutes, or until they look visibly puffy and have nearly doubled in size. During this time, preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C). πŸ”₯

Part 3: Baking & Glazing! 🌟

  1. Bake: Place the baking dish into your preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown on top and cooked through. If they start to brown too quickly, you can loosely tent them with aluminum foil. β˜€οΈ
  2. Cool Slightly: Once baked, remove the rolls from the oven. Let them cool in the pan for about 5-10 minutes. This allows them to set slightly and makes them easier to handle.
  3. Make the Glaze (Optional): While the rolls are cooling, if you’re making the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk (or cream), and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and free of lumps. Add more milk, a tiny bit at a time, if you want a thinner glaze.
  4. Glaze & Serve! Drizzle or spread the glaze generously over the warm (but not piping hot) rolls. The warmth will help the glaze melt slightly and soak in. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade sweet sugar rolls! 🀀

πŸ’‘ Tips for Success

  • Don’t Overheat the Milk: Too hot, and it will kill the yeast. Too cold, and it won’t activate properly. Use a thermometer if you’re unsure!
  • Room Temperature Egg & Butter: These incorporate much better into the dough and filling, creating a smoother texture.
  • Don’t Rush the Rise: Rising time is crucial for fluffy rolls. If your kitchen is cool, place the covered bowl in a slightly warm oven (turned OFF, just warmed for a few minutes then turned off) or near a sunny window.
  • Tight Roll is Key: When rolling the dough into a log, make it as tight as possible. This helps maintain the swirl shape and prevents large gaps in the finished rolls.

Enjoy your baking adventure, and prepare for some serious sweet cravings! These sweet sugar rolls are sure to become a family favorite. Happy baking! πŸ₯³

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