Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients and Weight:

1. All-purpose flour: 500g
2. Instant yeast: 1 tsp
3. Warm water: 250ml
4. Sugar: 50g
5. Unsalted butter: 50g (melted)
6. Ground cinnamon: 3 tbsp
7. Raisins or chopped walnuts: 100g (optional)
8. Egg yolk for brushing on top (optional)
9. Icing sugar for dusting (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Rising time: 1 hour
• Cooking time: 25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and warm water. Mix well and add melted butter. Knead until a smooth dough is formed.
2. Cover the bowl with a cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about an hour or until doubled in size.
3. Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle.
4. Spread the ground cinnamon evenly over the dough, followed by the raisins or walnuts (if using).
5. Roll the dough tightly into a log shape and cut into 8 equal pieces.
6. Place the cinnamon rolls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Brush each roll with egg yolk (if using) for a shiny crust.
8. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool. Dust with icing sugar (if using).

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming all ingredients are used)

• Calories: Approx. 400-500 calories per roll (depending on the addition of optional ingredients)
• Fat: 15-20g
• Carbohydrates: 60-70g
• Protein: 8-10g

Dish Characteristics:

• A classic American dessert, often served warm with a cup of coffee or tea.
• The combination of cinnamon and sugar gives it a sweet and spicy flavor.
• The addition of fruits or nuts adds a crunchy and chewy texture to the rolls.

User Comments:

1. "These cinnamon rolls are delicious! The dough is soft and the filling is generous."
2. "I love how the addition of raisin makes it even more tasty."
3. "Great dish for a weekend breakfast or as a dessert."
4. "The rolls are best served warm with a cup of coffee."
5. "The dough rises really well, making the rolls very fluffy."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use warm water when making the dough as it helps activate the yeast.
• Use high-quality ground cinnamon to enhance flavor.
• If adding optional ingredients like egg yolk or icing sugar, be mindful of serving size as these add more calories to the dish.