Outnumbered One-Hour Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients

Dough:

• 3 1/2 cups warm water
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup oil
• 6 tablespoons yeast (or 4 1/2 tablespoons Saf-Instant yeast)
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 3 eggs
• 10 1/2 cups regular (not self-rising) flour

Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Frosting:

• 1/2 cup (1 cube) butter
• 2 dashes salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 6 cups powdered sugar
• Milk (to adjust consistency)

Variations:

• Orange Rolls: Add frozen orange juice concentrate to the frosting.
• Chocolate Rolls: Add cocoa powder and a few drops of water to the frosting.
• Cream Cheese Rolls: Add softened cream cheese to the frosting.

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Construction

1. Prepare the Dough
   • Mix warm water, sugar, oil, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit for 15 minutes.
   • Add salt, eggs, and flour. Mix for 10 minutes, then let the dough sit for another 10 minutes.
2. Divide and Roll
   • Lightly oil your work surface (do not use flour). Dump out the dough and divide it in half.
   • Roll one half into a rectangle. Spread 1/4 cup melted butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
3. Shape the Rolls
   • Roll the dough into a tight log (not too tight), then slice it into 12 equal rolls.
   • Place the rolls on a greased cookie sheet. Repeat the process with the other half of the dough.
4. Let Rise and Bake
   • Let the rolls rise until they double in size. The rising time will vary depending on room temperature and humidity.
   • Bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
5. Prepare the Frosting
   • Beat the butter, salt, vanilla, and powdered sugar together. Gradually add milk until the desired consistency is reached.
6. Finish
   • Once the rolls are baked, frost them while still warm.

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Tips

• Yeast: Use Saf-Instant yeast for best results. The recipe calls for 6 tablespoons (not packets).
• Flour: Stick to 10 1/2 cups of regular flour for proper consistency.
• Frosting Consistency: Adjust milk gradually to reach your preferred thickness.
• Rising Time: Let the dough rise until it’s puffy and doubled. The time depends on your home’s temperature and humidity.
• Freezing Dough: While the dough can be frozen, it’s better to make fresh rolls due to the simplicity of the recipe.
• Leftovers: There likely won’t be any, but these are best served fresh and warm.

Enjoy your one-hour cinnamon rolls!