Cinnamon roll

Cinnamon Roll

A cinnamon roll (also referred to as a cinnamon bun, cinnamon swirl, cinnamon Danish or cinnamon snail) is a sweet roll commonly served in Northern Europe and North America. Its main ingredients are flour, cinnamon, sugar, and butter, which provide a robust and sweet flavor. In some places, it is eaten as a breakfast food and is often served with coffee.

History

The origins of the cinnamon roll lie in Sweden, where it is known as a kanelbulle (literally "cinnamon bun"). The recipe has its roots in the traditional baking practices of the Swedish, who have a long history of producing sweet breads and pastries. The cinnamon roll as we know it today, however, has been influenced by a variety of baking traditions, including those of Denmark and the United States.

Preparation

The dough for cinnamon rolls is made by combining flour, sugar, yeast, and a pinch of salt. This is then mixed with warm milk and melted butter to form a soft dough. The dough is then rolled out and a mixture of cinnamon and sugar is sprinkled over it. The dough is then rolled up and cut into individual rolls.

These rolls are then baked until they are golden brown. After baking, they are often topped with a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk or cream. Some variations of the recipe also include raisins, nuts, or cream cheese frosting.

Variations

There are many variations of the cinnamon roll worldwide. In North America, for example, the rolls are often larger and more sweet than their European counterparts. They are also commonly topped with a thick cream cheese frosting. In Sweden, the rolls are often topped with pearl sugar instead of a glaze.

In Finland, a variation called korvapuusti is popular. These are filled with a mixture of butter, sugar, and cinnamon, and are often shaped like a heart. In Denmark, a similar pastry is known as a kanelsnegl ("cinnamon snail"), and in Norway, it's called a kanelbolle ("cinnamon bun").

See also

• Danish pastry
• Sweet roll
• Coffee cake