Vegan Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
• ½ tsp salt
• ¾ cup (180ml) warm almond milk (or any plant milk)
• ¼ cup (60g) vegan butter (melted)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Filling:

• ⅓ cup (70g) brown sugar
• 2 tbsp cinnamon
• ¼ cup (60g) vegan butter (softened)

For the Glaze (Optional):

• ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
• 1–2 tbsp plant milk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:

1. In a bowl, mix warm almond milk, melted vegan butter, and sugar. Stir in the yeast and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and vanilla. Stir until it forms a dough.
3. Knead for about 8–10 minutes until soft and elastic. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

2. Make the Filling:

1. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
2. Roll out the dough into a rectangle (~¼ inch thick).
3. Spread softened vegan butter evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.

3. Shape the Rolls:

1. Roll the dough tightly from the long side to form a log.
2. Cut into 12 equal rolls and place in a greased baking dish.
3. Cover and let them rise for 30–45 minutes.

4. Bake:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.

5. Make the Glaze (Optional):

1. Mix powdered sugar, vanilla, and plant milk until smooth.
2. Drizzle over warm cinnamon rolls.

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