Knaus Berry Farm Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Established by Ray Knaus and his family, these cinnamon rolls represent more than just a favorite recipe—they embody a cherished tradition among families who make the pilgrimage to the farm annually for these irresistible treats.
Ingredients
Dry Ingerdients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Dry yeast
- 1/2 cup White sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Milk, warm
- 1/2 cup Water, warm
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
Cinnamon Filling
- 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp Ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, melted
Glaze
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp Milk, cold
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm water, a teaspoon of the white sugar, and the dry yeast. Stir to dissolve and let it sit until frothy, which indicates that the yeast is active.
- In the bowl of a heavy-duty electric mixer with a bread hook attachment, mix together the flour, the remaining sugar, and salt.
- Heat the milk until it's warm but not hot. Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract.
- With the mixer on a low setting, gradually add the yeast mixture and milk mixture to the dry ingredients. Increase the speed and knead until the dough is smooth and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
- Transfer the dough to a greased mixing bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and allow it to rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
- Combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a bowl.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle.Brush with melted butter and evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top.
- Roll the dough into a log, starting from the long edge. Slice the log into pieces, approximately 1 inch thick.
- Place the cut rolls into a greased baking pan, cover them and let them rise again until nearly doubled.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
- While rolls are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, cold milk, and vanilla extract to create a glaze. Adjust the amount of milk to achieve your desired consistency.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls before serving, allowing it to seep into the swirls and contribute to the gooey texture.
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