Easy Cinnamon Buns Recipe 🍞🥐

Introduction:

Welcome to your go-to recipe for delicious and easy-to-make cinnamon buns! Whether it’s a quick snack for the kids after school or a delightful addition to your Sunday brunch table, these cinnamon buns are sure to disappear fast. With a crispy exterior and soft, fluffy interior, they are irresistibly tasty. Let’s dive into the recipe and get baking!

Cook Time: 17 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cinnamon buns

Ingredients:

Quantity	Ingredient
2 cups	All-purpose flour
1/4 cup	Granulated sugar
1/4 cup	Dark raisins
2 tsp	Baking powder
3/4 tsp	Baking soda
1/4 tsp	Salt
3/4 cup	Plain fat-free yogurt
1/4 cup	Canola oil
2 tbsp	Margarine
1/4 cup	Light brown sugar
4 tbsp	Chopped walnuts
1 tsp	Ground cinnamon

Instructions:

Preparation:
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- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and spray a 9-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
Prepare the Filling:
- In a small bowl, mix together the light brown sugar, chopped walnuts, and ground cinnamon until well combined. Set aside.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, dark raisins, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
Combine Wet Ingredients:
- Add the plain fat-free yogurt and canola oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
Knead the Dough:
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it 8-10 times until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Roll Out the Dough:
- Roll the dough out into a rectangle measuring approximately 8 inches by 10 inches.
Add Filling and Roll:
- Brush the rolled-out dough with margarine, then sprinkle the prepared filling evenly over the surface. Roll up the dough jelly-roll style and pinch the seam to seal.
Cut into Rolls:
- Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled dough into 12 equal-sized pieces, each about 1 inch wide.
Arrange in Baking Pan:
- Place the cut rolls slightly touching each other in the prepared baking pan.
Bake:
- Transfer the baking pan to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 17 minutes, or until the cinnamon buns turn golden brown and are cooked through.
Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the cinnamon buns from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy the irresistible aroma and flavor!

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 189.4
Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
Cholesterol: 0.3mg
Sodium: 208.9mg
Carbohydrates: 28.8g
- Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 11.7g
Protein: 3.5g

Recipe Notes:

These cinnamon buns are best served warm, straight from the oven, but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
Feel free to customize the filling by adding your favorite nuts or dried fruits for extra flavor and texture.
Store any leftover cinnamon buns in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze them for longer shelf life. Simply reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
This recipe is kid-friendly and perfect for baking with little helpers! Enjoy the process of making these delightful treats together as a family.