Tender cinnamon bites with vanilla glaze, featuring a warm gooey center, perfect for breakfast or snacking.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 3/4 cup whole milk
06 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Filling
08 - 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
09 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Glaze
11 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
12 - 1 tablespoon milk
13 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
03 - Add whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to dry mixture. Stir until a soft, cohesive dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
04 - Combine packed brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl and mix thoroughly.
05 - On a floured surface, roll the dough into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick using a rolling pin.
06 - Brush melted butter evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top. Roll up the dough tightly from the long edge, then slice into 24 equal pieces with a sharp knife.
07 - Place each piece cut-side up onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly.
08 - Bake in preheated oven for 14–16 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
09 - While bites bake, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth and pourable.
10 - Drizzle freshly prepared vanilla glaze over warm cinnamon roll bites immediately before serving.
