Cinnamon rolls

Cinnamon rolls are a type of sweet roll commonly served in Northern Europe and North America. They are made from a sheet of yeast-leavened dough onto which a cinnamon and sugar mixture is sprinkled. The dough is then rolled, cut into individual portions, and baked.

History

The origin of the cinnamon roll is believed to be from Sweden, where it is known as kanelbulle. The Swedish tradition of enjoying cinnamon rolls dates back to the 1920s. In Sweden, October 4th is celebrated as Kanelbullens dag (Cinnamon Roll Day).

Preparation

The dough used in cinnamon rolls is a sweet, yeast-leavened dough, which is allowed to rise before being rolled out. A mixture of cinnamon and sugar is then sprinkled over the dough. Some recipes also include raisins or nuts. The dough is then rolled up, and cut into individual portions. These are then baked until golden brown.

The rolls are often topped with a glaze or icing made from powdered sugar and milk or cream. Some variations include a cream cheese icing.

Variations

There are many variations of the cinnamon roll worldwide. In North America, the cinnamon roll may be served with a cream cheese icing, while in Northern Europe, it is often glazed with a simple syrup or sugar solution. In the United Kingdom, a similar treat is known as a Chelsea bun.

In Finland, a variation of the cinnamon roll called korvapuusti is popular. This version includes cardamom in the dough.

See also

• List of buns
• List of pastries
• Danish pastry
• Sticky bun