Description
Easy Valentine’s Day Heart Shaped Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect way to express your love. These delightful rolls, infused with cinnamon and topped with creamy icing, create an irresistible aroma that fills your home with warmth and joy. Whether for a romantic breakfast or a special treat, these heart-shaped cinnamon rolls are sure to impress anyone who takes a bite. Follow this simple recipe to whip up a batch that’s as fun to make as it is delicious!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ½ cup sugar (brown sugar optional)
- 1 cup whole milk (lukewarm)
- ⅓ cup butter (melted)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar (for icing)
Instructions
- 1. Warm the milk to lukewarm and combine with active dry yeast in a bowl; let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- 2. In another bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the yeast mixture.
- 3. Combine wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms; knead on a floured surface for about 5–7 minutes.
- 4. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled (~1 hour).
- 5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter, then sprinkle generously with cinnamon-sugar mix.
- 6. Roll tightly and slice into pieces; shape each piece into hearts by pinching the bottom.
- 7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg