CINNAMON BUNS
These classic cinnamon buns, adapted from a historical recipe, offer a comforting and satisfying treat. The recipe features a soft, slightly sweet dough, generously filled with butter, sugar, and cinnamon, then baked to golden perfection. Enjoy these warm, flaky buns for breakfast or as a delightful afternoon snack.
Ingredients
- 1 pint All-purpose flour (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1/2 cup Milk (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 2 tablespoons Butter (For filling, quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar (For filling, quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon (For filling, quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- 2Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3Gradually add milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- 4On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to a 1/2-inch thickness. Spread with softened butter, then sprinkle with granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- 5Roll up the dough like a jelly roll. Cut into 1-inch slices. Place the slices close together in a greased baking pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.