Cinnamon Rolls

This recipe is a true treat from my dear friend Darlene, who known across the globe as a mother, wife, teacher, singer, songwriter and worship leader extraordinaire. Darlene is all of these things and in addition, is an absolute whiz in the kitchen. Her home is always filled with the sweet aroma of family, friends and food.

Something is always cooking, whether it be a warm cup of coffee (at the ready) when you arrive or these delectable cinnamon buns... a recipe that was passed down from friend, Wendy Treat (thanks Wendy!).

These buns definitely fall into the category of 'sometimes foods'. They are so good you will want to keep them in the 'sometimes' category because they truly are a treat and if you can master them (I’m trying!) your family and friends will have a special memory of moments spent with you in your home. Make sure you invite someone over, food always tastes better when it's shared. Also, these are a great 'after school' treat for the kids. Why not let your kids invite their friends around for an afternoon cinnamon treat.Now go and enjoy!  

Ingredients

  • 1 packet yeast

  • ¼ cup warm water

  • ¾ cup warm milk

  • ¼ cup sugar

  • 1 teasp salt

  • 1 egg

  • ¼ cup butter (soft)

  • 3 ½ cups plain flour

Method

  1. Mix yeast and sugar

  2. Add warm water

  3. Wait...let yeast work...make sure it sits for 5 minutes

  4. Add half the flour

  5. Add salt

  6. MIX...

  7. Add butter, eggs, milk, and the rest of the flour

  8. Knead for at least ten minutes. Do it by hand if you can...good for the soul! Make sure it's not too wet, not too dry...

  9. Put this in a bowl that allows for the dough to rise DOUBLE. Pre-heat your oven to 200-250 degrees Celsius, then turn off. Place a wet towel over the dough and let it rise for 45 - 60 mins.

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Granny Kat's Pumpkin Roll

makes 10 servings.

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree

  • 3 eggs

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

  • 1/4 cup butter

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch jelly roll pan or cookie sheet.

  2. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir in pumpkin puree, eggs, and lemon juice. Pour mixture into prepared pan. Spread the mixture evenly.

  3. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 15 minutes.

  4. Lay a damp linen towel on the counter, sprinkle it with confectioner's sugar, and turn the cake onto the towel. Carefully roll the towel up (lengthwise) with the cake in it. Place the cake-in-towel on a cooling rack and let it cool for 20 minutes.

  5. Make the icing: In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and sugar with a wooden spoon or electric mixer.

  6. When the cake has cooled 20 minutes, unroll it and spread icing onto it. Immediately re-roll (not in the towel this time) and wrap it with plastic wrap. Keep the cake refrigerated or freeze it for up to 2 weeks in aluminium foil. Cut the cake in slices just before serving.