Sweet twisted breakfast treat (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 1 cup milk
02 - 3/4 cup (1 + 1/2 sticks) softened unsalted butter
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 4 cups (550g) bread flour
05 - 1 tbsp (10g) instant dry yeast
06 - 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
07 - 1 tsp salt

→ Cinnamon Filling

08 - 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter
09 - 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar
10 - 2 tsp ground cinnamon

→ Topping

11 - 1 beaten egg (for egg wash)
12 - Powdered sugar for dusting

# Instructions:

01 - Combine milk, butter, eggs, flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in your stand mixer bowl. Using the dough hook, mix on low for 2 minutes, then increase to medium speed for another 6-8 minutes until the dough pulls away from the sides. You'll have a soft dough that shouldn't be too sticky.
02 - Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a clean, floured bowl. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rise for about 45 minutes or until it doubles in size.
03 - While the dough rises, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together until well combined. You can use a stand mixer with paddle attachment or simply mix by hand with a fork or spatula.
04 - Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 12x16 inches. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly across the entire surface of the dough.
05 - With the long side facing you, fold the dough into thirds like a letter. Cut the folded dough widthwise into 12 strips, each about 1.5 inches wide. Then slice each strip lengthwise twice to create three strands.
06 - Braid the three strands together, then roll each braid up to form a bun. Place each finished bun on a lined baking sheet, leaving space between them for expansion.
07 - Cover the shaped buns with a tea towel and let them rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
08 - Preheat your oven to 350°F. Brush the risen buns with beaten egg wash, then bake for 20-25 minutes until they're beautifully golden brown.
09 - Transfer the baked cinnamon buns to a cooling rack. Let them cool for about 5 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar before serving warm.

# Notes:

01 - This recipe was inspired by a Gozney Recipe.
02 - You can substitute all-purpose flour for bread flour if needed, though bread flour gives a better texture.
03 - For the best flavor, enjoy these cinnamon buns while still slightly warm.

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