Traditional Norwegian Cinnamon Buns

Cinnamon buns, also known as ‘Kanelboller’ in Norwegian, are a popular baked treat in Norway and are often enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 105 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Traditional Norwegian Cinnamon Buns

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Norwegian Courses: Bakery, Breakfast, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3360

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 teaspoon Active dry yeast
• ¹⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Warm milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Butter, melted
• 1 unit Egg
• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₂ cup Brown sugar
• ¹⁄₄ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Water

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and 1 tablespoon of sugar in warm milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, remaining sugar, and egg. Mix well.
3. Add the yeast mixture to the butter mixture and stir until well combined.
4. Gradually add the flour and knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
5. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon and brown sugar.
8. Roll out the dough into a rectangle shape on a lightly floured surface.
9. Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
10. Starting from one long side, tightly roll up the dough into a log.
11. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
12. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
13. While the buns are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and water in a small bowl.
14. Once the buns are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
15. Drizzle the glaze over the warm buns and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 280kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11g17%

Total Carbohydrate 41g14%

Sugars 16g

Protein 4.5g9%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.