Mummy Cinnamon Rolls
These soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls are wrapped up in a playful mummy design, filled with cinnamon and sugar for a warm, sweet aroma. They are made from scratch, with tender dough that rises beautifully, and are topped with a glossy finish. Perfect for cozy mornings or holiday treats, they combine comforting textures with a fun, spooky twist.
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Calories: 250kcal
Servings: 8
Equipment
- Stand Mixer with Dough Hook
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Pastry Brush
- Cooling Rack
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups warm milk about 37°C (98.6°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 egg egg
- 2 tablespoons milk for egg wash
- 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
- 1-2 tablespoons milk to adjust glaze consistency
Instructions
- Warm the milk to about 37°C (98.6°F) and pour it into the bowl of a stand mixer.
- Add a teaspoon of sugar and the yeast to the warm milk, gently stir, and let sit until frothy, about 5-8 minutes. You’ll see bubbles and a foamy top indicating activation.
- In the same bowl, add flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Mix briefly to combine.
- Pour in the softened butter and the frothy yeast mixture. Use the dough hook to knead on medium speed for about 10 minutes until the dough is soft, elastic, and slightly sticky.
- Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. It should feel puffy and have increased in volume.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter for the filling and mix it with brown sugar and cinnamon until well combined and fragrant.
- Once risen, punch down the dough gently and turn it onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a rectangle about 12x16 inches with a rolling pin.
- Spread the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Carefully roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. Slice into 8 equal pieces and arrange them in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spacing slightly apart.
- Cover the baking dish with a clean towel and let the rolls rise again until they puff up, about 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the tops of the rolls with a mixture of egg and milk for a shiny finish.
- Bake the rolls for about 20 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Mix powdered sugar with milk to create a glaze. Drizzle over the warm rolls, and optionally, decorate with small strips of leftover dough to resemble mummy bandages for a fun, spooky effect.
- Serve these cozy mummy cinnamon rolls warm, enjoying the soft, gooey interior and sweet cinnamon aroma—perfect for a festive or lazy morning treat!
Notes
For extra fun, add small candy eyes on the mummy rolls before baking or glazing for a spooky touch.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 120mg | Sugar: 15g | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg