Best Ever Cinnamon Buns
Indulge in the comforting warmth of homemade cinnamon buns, swirled with a fragrant blend of cinnamon and sugar, and topped with a luscious vanilla glaze. These buns are soft, fluffy, and utterly irresistible – the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or any time you crave a sweet escape.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
59 g
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Cholesterol
40 mg
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Fiber
2 g
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Protein
6 g
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Saturated Fat
5 g
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Sodium
340 mg
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Sugar
27 g
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Fat
12 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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3 mins
Bloom the Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water (110°F). Let it stand for 3 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
02 Step
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5 mins
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the yellow cake mix, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, eggs, vegetable oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Beat with an electric mixer until well combined.
03 Step
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2 mins
Gradually Add Flour: Gradually add the remaining all-purpose flour, stirring until a soft dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
04 Step
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5 mins
Knead the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic. The dough should be easy to handle and not too sticky.
05 Step
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45 mins
First Rise: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat the surface. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 45 minutes.
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0 mins
Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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5 mins
Shape the Buns: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal parts. Roll out each section on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle.
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3 mins
Add Filling: Spread each rectangle with softened butter, leaving a small border. Sprinkle generously with granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
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5 mins
Roll and Cut: Roll up each rectangle tightly like a jelly roll. Use a piece of dental floss or a dull knife to cut the rolls into 1 1/2-inch thick buns.
10 Step
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30 mins
Second Rise: Place the cut buns in greased baking pans, leaving some space between each bun. Cover and let rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
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30 mins
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 35 minutes, or until golden brown.
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5 mins
Prepare Glaze: While the buns are baking, combine confectioners' sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and milk in a bowl. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
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2 mins
Glaze the Buns: Remove the baked buns from the oven and let them cool slightly. Drizzle generously with the prepared vanilla glaze.
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0 mins
Serve: Serve the cinnamon buns warm and enjoy!
For extra richness, use melted butter instead of oil in the dough.
If you don't have dental floss, a serrated knife works well for cutting the buns.
To make ahead, assemble the buns up to the second rise, then refrigerate overnight. Let them come to room temperature before baking.
Add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling for extra texture and flavor.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.5/ 5 ( 320 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Sister Fahey
Jul 1, 2025I added some chopped pecans to the filling, and they were a hit!
Prudence Stark
Apr 18, 2023These were the best cinnamon buns I've ever made! So easy and delicious.
Coleman Prosacco
Oct 24, 2022The dough was a little sticky, but the end result was totally worth it.
Eliseo Funk
May 9, 2022The glaze is perfect – not too sweet and adds just the right amount of moisture.