Turning cinnamon rolls into a loaf

Turning cinnamon rolls into a loaf is a fun twist on the classic recipe. Here’s a simple way to do it:

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt

For the Filling:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
   • In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
   • Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
2. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
3. Assemble the Loaf:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
   • Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.
   • Roll the dough tightly from one end to the other, forming a log.
   • Grease a loaf pan and place the rolled dough inside. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise for about 30 minutes.
4. Bake the Loaf:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. If the top starts to brown too quickly, you can cover it loosely with foil.
5. Prepare the Glaze:
   • While the loaf is baking, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
6. Finish:
   • Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Drizzle with the glaze once cooled slightly.

Enjoy your cinnamon roll loaf warm or at room temperature!