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8) Pan dulce cinnamon rolls

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 packet 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm milk
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp butter softened (for filling)
  • Optional: pearl sugar or coarse sugar for topping

Method
 

  1. Mix warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture. Stir to form dough.
  3. Knead 5–7 minutes until smooth. Let rise 45 minutes or until doubled.
  4. Roll dough into a rectangle. Spread softened butter, sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon, and roll tightly.
  5. Slice into 8 rolls. Place in a greased pan. Let rise 20 minutes.
  6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes until golden. Sprinkle pearl sugar on top if using.