A Step-by-Step How To: Cinnamon Rolls with Brioche Dough | ||
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For the make-up of this dough, see our pictorial called "Brioche Dough". | Once the dough has proofed, or risen, to double in size, turn it out onto a clean surface. | |
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Press the dough slightly to deflate it slightly. | Lightly flour your surface. | |
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Place the dough onto the floured surface and sprinkle with flour. Pat the dough into a disk shape. | Place the rolling pin in the center of the dough facing toward one corner. | |
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Roll from the center to each corner to start forming your rectangle. | Roll the dough to a 1/2-inch thickness. | |
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You can use a bench scraper to straighten the edges of the dough if desired. | You should also make sure that one of the longest edges is free from the surface before you add your filling. | |
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Sprinkle the filling evenly over the surface of the dough. | Lift one edge and begin rolling a tight roll toward the opposite side. | |
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Fold in the ends and pinch them closed. | Also pinch the outer seam together. | |
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With a serrated knife, gently slice the cinnamon rolls about an inch in thickness. | Place each piece into a prepared pan. | |
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You'll want to leave some space between each roll to allow some room for them to expand. | Cover the pan with a sheet of plastic wrap. Place in a warm, dry place and allow to rise until double in size (another hour). Bake according to recipe, allow to cool slightly and ice with cinnamon roll icing. | |
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