Introduction
If you’re a fan of cinnamon buns, you’re in for a treat! In this article, we’ll be sharing a delicious and easy recipe for making cinnamon buns in the air fryer. With the air fryer’s ability to cook food quickly and evenly, you can enjoy freshly baked cinnamon buns in no time. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced baker, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Before we dive into the recipe, let’s go over the ingredients you’ll need:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- For the filling:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix well. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Step 3: Prepare the Filling
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
Step 4: Roll and Fill the Dough
Once the dough has doubled in size, punch it down and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough into a rectangle, about ¼ inch thick. Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the butter.
Step 5: Shape the Cinnamon Buns
Starting from one of the long sides, tightly roll the dough into a log. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 12 equal slices. Place the slices, cut-side up, in the air fryer basket, leaving some space between them to allow for expansion.
Step 6: Air Fry the Cinnamon Buns
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Once preheated, place the basket with the cinnamon buns in the air fryer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the buns are golden brown and cooked through. If needed, you can cook them in batches.
Step 7: Glaze the Cinnamon Buns
While the cinnamon buns are still warm, drizzle them with your favorite glaze. Cream cheese glaze or simple powdered sugar glaze work great. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.
Conclusion
There you have it – a simple and delicious recipe for making cinnamon buns in the air fryer. With just a few ingredients and some patience, you can enjoy warm and gooey cinnamon buns right at home. Whether it’s for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat, these air fryer cinnamon buns are sure to satisfy your cravings.