Ann Sather’s Cinnamon Rolls
Description: Ann Sathers Restaurant, a beloved Chicago institution renowned for its delightful Scandinavian fare, especially its heavenly cinnamon rolls. Picture this: a crisp, snowy Sunday morning, and the aroma of these rolls wafting from your oven, filling your home with warmth and comfort.
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Recipe Category: Yeast Breads
Keywords: Breads, Breakfast, Scandinavian, European, Healthy, Kid Friendly, Winter, Christmas, Sweet, Brunch, Oven, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 284.5
- Fat Content: 8.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 23.4mg
- Sodium Content: 373.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 47.5g
- Fiber Content: 1.8g
- Sugar Content: 24.7g
- Protein Content: 4.7g
Recipe Yield: 12 rolls
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | packet active dry yeast |
| 1 tsp | sugar |
| 1/4 cup | warm water |
| 1 cup | milk |
| 1/4 cup | butter |
| 1/3 cup | sugar |
| 1 1/2 tsp | salt |
| 2 1/2 – 3 cups | all-purpose flour |
| 4 tbsp | butter, softened |
| 1/2 cup | brown sugar |
| 1 tsp | ground cinnamon |
| 1 cup | powdered sugar |
| 1 tsp | vanilla extract |
| 1-2 tbsp | milk, for icing |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, stir the yeast and 1 teaspoon of sugar into the warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add milk, melted butter, 1/3 cup sugar, salt, and 1 cup flour. Beat until smooth.
- Gradually stir in 1 1/2 cups flour until a soft dough forms. If it’s too moist, add 1 tablespoon flour at a time.
- Cover the bowl with a dry cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
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Roll and Fill:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Divide the raised dough in half.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out one piece of dough into a 12-by-8-inch rectangle.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle with half of the brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll up tightly, starting from the long side, to form a jelly-roll shape.
- Repeat with the remaining dough.
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Bake:
- Cut the rolled dough into 2-inch slices and place them on greased and floured baking sheets.
- Let the rolls rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes until doubled in size.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
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Icing:
- While the rolls are baking, prepare the icing. In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of milk. Stir until smooth.
- Add more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the icing reaches your desired consistency.
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Serve:
- Once the rolls are baked to perfection, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Drizzle the warm rolls with the powdered sugar icing.
- Serve these delicious cinnamon rolls warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the comforting flavors of Ann Sather’s recipe straight from your kitchen!
With this recipe, you can recreate the magic of Ann Sather’s cinnamon rolls in your own home, bringing warmth and joy to your family and friends, especially on those chilly winter mornings or festive Christmas brunches. 🎄✨
