How to Make Best Ever Cinnamon Buns - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly magical about the aroma of fresh cinnamon buns baking in the oven. The warm, comforting scent fills the air and instantly makes any space feel more inviting. These Best Ever Cinnamon Buns are the perfect blend of fluffy, sweet dough and rich, gooey cinnamon filling, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack any time of day.

With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these delightful cinnamon buns ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
  • 2 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F)
  • 1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
  • 6 cups all-purpose flour, divided
  • 3 eggs
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 4 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • 3 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 dozen buns

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water, and let stand for 3 minutes. Add cake mix, 1 cup flour, eggs, oil, and salt; beat well. Stir in remaining flour until a soft dough forms.
  • Knead on well floured surface for about 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, and turn to coat the dough surface. Let rise until doubled in bulk, about 45 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Punch down, and divide into two equal parts. Roll out each section on a lightly floured surface. Spread each with softened butter and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
  • Roll up like jelly rolls and cut buns 1 1/2 inches thick with a piece of dental floss or a dull knife. Place in greased baking pans, and allow to rise until doubled.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 35 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, combine confectioners sugar, 1/4 cup melted butter, vanilla, and milk. Remove baked buns from oven and drizzle with frosting.
  • Nutrition

    367 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 40mg
    • Sodium: 340mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 59g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 27g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 53mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 86mg