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Here’s a detailed, step-by-step article for making Retro Bakery Style Cinnamon Rolls:

Retro Bakery Style Cinnamon Rolls: A Step-by-Step Guide

There’s something irresistible about cinnamon rolls fresh out of the oven—the soft, pillowy dough, the sweet cinnamon-sugar swirl, and that sticky, melt-in-your-mouth glaze. Retro bakery style cinnamon rolls bring nostalgia to your kitchen, capturing the flavor and charm of classic bakeries. This guide will walk you through every step to create perfect cinnamon rolls that taste like they came straight from a vintage bakery.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

1 cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
½ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour

For the Cinnamon Filling:

1 cup brown sugar, packed
3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened

For the Glaze:

1 ½ cups powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

Start by warming your milk to about 110°F (it should feel warm, not hot). Pour it into a large mixing bowl and sprinkle the yeast over the top. Add 1 tablespoon of sugar to feed the yeast. Stir gently, then let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy. This step ensures your rolls will be soft and fluffy.