Buttermilk Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 package active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• Additional sugar for rolling

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 2 hours (including rising time)
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, sugar, and yeast. Stir to mix.
2. Add buttermilk and melted butter. Mix well.
3. Add eggs and salt. Mix thoroughly.
4. Add remaining flour gradually, mixing well after each addition, until a soft dough forms.
5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for a few minutes, until smooth and elastic.
6. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
7. Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle on a floured surface.
8. Spread softened butter onto the dough, then sprinkle with cinnamon and additional sugar.
9. Roll up the dough lengthwise, cut into 8 pieces, and place in a baking dish.
10. Let rise for another 30 minutes.
11. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
12. Bake the rolls for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
13. Serve warm with butter or cream cheese, if desired.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving)

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 65g
• Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and fluffy texture
• Sweet and cinnamon-flavored taste
• Perfect for breakfast or as a snack

User Comments:

1. "These cinnamon rolls were so delicious! The buttermilk gave them a unique flavor."
2. "The rolls were perfect for a weekend morning, especially with fresh coffee."
3. "I love how easy this recipe is to make, and they always come out perfect."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the yeast is active before starting the recipe.
• Use warm water to dissolve the yeast for best results.
• Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place.
• For best results, let the rolls rise for the full time specified before baking.