Description
Easy Valentine’s Day Heart-Shaped Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect treat to brighten any morning. With their soft, fluffy texture and irresistible cinnamon filling, these heart-shaped delights are a sweet way to show your love. Drizzled with a smooth glaze, they’re sure to impress anyone who takes a bite. Whether for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion, these rolls create cherished moments around the breakfast table.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, granulated sugar, and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in flour and melted butter until a soft dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle (1/4 inch thick). Spread softened butter, sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar.
- Roll tightly and cut into heart shapes using kitchen scissors or a knife.
- Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before glazing with powdered sugar mixed with one tablespoon of milk.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg