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Caramel Rolls

These caramel rolls are a delightful treat with fluffy dough and gooey caramel sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm milk 110°F
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking dish (9x13 inch)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
  2. Stir in the warm milk, melted butter, and egg until combined.
  3. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise for about 1 hour.
  5. After rising, punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
  6. Spread melted butter over the dough and sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar.
  7. Starting from one end, roll the dough tightly into a log.
  8. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
  9. Drizzle caramel sauce over the rolls and bake at 350°F for 25 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Let the rolls cool slightly before serving.

Notes

These rolls are best served warm and can be made ahead of time. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.