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Knaus Berry Farm Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Knaus Berry Farm Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

The Knaus Berry Farm Cinnamon Rolls Recipe brings soft homemade dough, rich cinnamon filling, butter, and caramelized brown sugar.
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Prep Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine American, Bakery-Style, Southern-Inspired
Servings 12
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Stand mixer with dough hook (optional but helpful)
  • Rolling Pin
  • Sharp knife or unflavored dental floss
  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Clean kitchen towel
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients
  

For the Dough

  • 1 cup whole milk warm (about 110°F)
  • 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting

For the Cinnamon Filling

  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter very soft
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but lovely

For the Signature Caramel Topping

  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons honey or corn syrup
  • Pinch of salt
  • These ingredients come together to create that iconic sticky-soft finish that the Knaus Berry Farm Cinnamon Rolls Recipe is known for.

Instructions
 

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

  • In a large bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the top.
  • Let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  • This moment matters. If your yeast doesn’t bubble, stop and start again. Good rolls need happy yeast.

Step 2: Make the Dough

  • Add melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir gently.
  • Add flour one cup at a time. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  • If using a stand mixer, knead with the dough hook for about 6–8 minutes.
  • By hand? Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for 1½ hours or until doubled.
  • This is when your kitchen starts smelling like promise.

Step 3: Prepare the Caramel Topping

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
  • Add brown sugar, cream, honey, and salt.
  • Stir until smooth and slightly thickened—about 3–4 minutes.
  • Pour this mixture into the bottom of your lined baking pan. Spread evenly.
  • This step is the soul of the Knaus Berry Farm Cinnamon Rolls Recipe.

Step 4: Roll and Fill

  • Punch down the dough and roll it into a rectangle about 16×12 inches.
  • Spread soft butter evenly across the dough.
  • Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle generously over the butter.
  • Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log.
  • Cut into 12 equal rolls.

Step 5: Second Rise

  • Place rolls gently on top of the caramel mixture.
  • Cover and let rise again for 45 minutes until puffy and touching.
  • This second rise makes them bakery-soft.

Step 6: Bake

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
  • Let rest for exactly 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
  • Do not skip the flip. This is the magic reveal.
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