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Jiffy Cinnamon Rolls

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These Jiffy Cinnamon Rolls offer a shortcut to homemade comfort without sacrificing flavor. Using a combination of cake flour and quick-rise yeast, this dough comes together rapidly, eliminating the need for long rising times. The result is a tender, pillowy roll swirled with a generous layer of butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Perfect for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or a sweet treat after dinner, they bake up golden and aromatic. The recipe is designed for convenience, ensuring you get fresh-baked warmth in half the usual time. Serve them slightly warm for the best texture, optionally topped with a simple glaze or cream cheese frosting for an extra decadent finish.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 18
Calories: 873.6
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Jiffy Cinnamon Rolls offer a shortcut to homemade comfort without sacrificing flavor. Using a combination of cake flour and quick-rise yeast, this dough comes together rapidly, eliminating the need for long rising times. The result is a tender, pillowy roll swirled with a generous layer of butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Perfect for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or a sweet treat after dinner, they bake up golden and aromatic. The recipe is designed for convenience, ensuring you get fresh-baked warmth in half the usual time. Serve them slightly warm for the best texture, optionally topped with a simple glaze or cream cheese frosting for an extra decadent finish.
Ingredients
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour -- or 5
  • 1 teaspoons Salt
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. 2
    In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, cake flour, yeast, salt, and warm water.
  3. 3
    Mix until the batter is smooth and combined.
  4. 4
    Add the remaining flour gradually to form a soft, pliable dough.
  5. 5
    Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 6 to 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. 6
    Roll the dough into a 9x18 inch rectangle on a floured surface.
  7. 7
    Spread softened butter or margarine evenly over the surface of the dough.
  8. 8
    Sprinkle the dough generously with sugar and cinnamon.
  9. 9
    Roll the dough tightly into a jelly-roll style cylinder, starting from the long end.
  10. 10
    Slice the roll into 1-inch thick circles using a sharp knife or dental floss.
  11. 11
    Place the rolls on greased cookie sheets, leaving space between them.
  12. 12
    Cover the rolls and let them rise in a warm place for 15 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  13. 13
    Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until golden brown.
  14. 14
    Remove from oven and frost if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 18

Amount Per Serving
Calories 873.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.4g4%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 182.4g61%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g26%
Sugars 0.7g
Protein 24.0g48%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best results, ensure the water is warm (105-110ðF) to activate the yeast without killing it.

If you do not have cake flour, you can substitute it with all-purpose flour, though the texture may be slightly denser.

These rolls are best served fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for longer storage.

For a vegan version, use vegan butter or margarine and ensure your sugar is vegan-friendly.

To make frosting, mix powdered sugar with a little milk and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.

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