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Heart Shaped Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Ben Carraoli

Heart Shaped Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

I love baking, and making heart-shaped cinnamon rolls has become one of my favorite projects. There’s something so joyful about rolling out the dough, sprinkling cinnamon sugar, and shaping each piece into a cute heart. It’s not just baking; it’s a little bit of art and a lot of comfort. My kids love helping me, which makes it even more special.
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Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Bread flour or all-purpose flour – 3 ½ cups you might need a little extra for kneading; fresh flour gives the best texture
  • Instant yeast – 2 ¼ tsp helps the dough rise perfectly without waiting too long
  • Sugar – ¼ cup balances the cinnamon sweetness
  • Salt – 1 tsp enhances the flavor of the dough
  • Water – ½ cup warm, not hot, to activate yeast properly
  • Milk – ½ cup adds richness to the dough
  • Yogurt – ¼ cup makes the dough soft and tender
  • Butter – 5 tbsp unsalted; helps create a fluffy texture
  • Butter – 3 tbsp softened (spread evenly for a creamy interior)
  • Sugar – ¼ cup mix with cinnamon for classic flavor
  • Cinnamon – 1 tbsp freshly ground tastes best
  • Powdered sugar – 1 to 1 ½ cups adjust for sweetness preference
  • Vanilla extract – 1 tsp enhances flavor
  • Milk – 1–2 tbsp adjust for desired consistency

Method
 

  1. Warm milk, water, and butter in a saucepan until butter almost melts. Mix 3 cups of flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a bowl, then combine with the warm mixture and yogurt. Knead until smooth, adding extra flour if needed, and let it rise for about 1 hour.
  2. Roll the dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly. Roll both sides toward the middle, cut into 12 pieces, and shape each into a heart by stretching slightly and pinching the bottom. Place on a baking sheet and let rise for 30–40 minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20–22 minutes until golden brown. Let them cool slightly before drizzling with icing.
  4. Mix powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk to create a smooth glaze. Adjust milk for thinner or thicker consistency. Drizzle over warm rolls for the perfect finishing touch.

Notes

  • I always use fresh yeast; it makes the rolls fluffier.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free spot; it helps with soft texture.
  • I like rolling the dough evenly to get uniform hearts.
  • For extra sweetness, brush rolls lightly with melted butter before baking