Cinnamon Buns

Directions

1. 1

   Mix all the dough ingredients together in the order listed, IF you’re using egg add it in after the flour, mix till combined and knead on a well floured surface for 5-10min (10 min is best)

2. 2

   Cover and rest for 60 min.

3. 3

   While it’s rising take your butter out and let it soften and measure out your filling ingredients.

4. 4

   Line the bottom of your dish with parchment paper, I put a bit of butter on the bottom so the paper doesn’t move and I butter up the sides of the dish.

5. 5

   Once the dough has risen punch it down and shape into a rectangle, roll it out lengthways and sideways to create a rectangle shape about 1/2 to 3/4cm thick.

6. 6

   Rub the softened butter over the dough. Sprinkle the sugar and cinnamon, press it down and smooth it out with your hand.

7. 7

   Cut into 8 strips, flatten down the opposite end of where you’ll start rolling so the side of the bun sticks down nicely. Roll them up and place in your dish at least 1 inch apart as they’ll grow on the second rise and in the oven.

8. 8

   Cover your dish and let rise for 30min, meanwhile heating up your oven to 180C

9. 9

   Once risen pour over your cream or milk between the buns and Bake for 20-22 min.

10. 10

    Make your icing while they’re in the oven by whisking the ingredients together, start off with 1 Tbs of milk and add more if needed just 1 tsp at a time.

11. 11

    Spread it and let them cool for 10-15 and enjoy warm or cold.