why make this recipe
This recipe is simple and fast. It uses easy ingredients you likely have at home. You get warm, sticky caramel rolls with little fuss. They work well for breakfast, a snack, or a dessert.
introduction
These Stupid Easy Homemade Caramel Rolls come out soft and sweet. You can make the dough by hand and bake in one pan. If you like easy sweets, try a simple carrot cake recipe for another quick treat.
how to make Stupid Easy Homemade Caramel Rolls
- Make the dough: dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit about 5 minutes.
- Mix sugar, milk, melted butter, and egg in a large bowl. Add the yeast mix.
- Add flour and salt slowly until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Roll dough into a rectangle. Brush with melted butter. Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon over the top.
- Roll the dough tightly from one side and cut into rolls.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish and pour caramel sauce over them.
- Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- Drizzle with additional caramel sauce before serving.
Ingredients :
- 1 package of active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup of warm water
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/4 cup of butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 3 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
Directions :
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix the sugar, milk, melted butter, and egg. Add the yeast mixture.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll the dough tightly and cut into rolls.
- Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and pour caramel sauce over them.
- Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Drizzle with additional caramel sauce before serving.
how to serve Stupid Easy Homemade Caramel Rolls
Serve warm. Add extra caramel sauce or a small pat of butter on each roll. They go well with coffee or milk. For a treat, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.
how to store Stupid Easy Homemade Caramel Rolls
Let rolls cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature. For longer storage, keep them in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
tips to make Stupid Easy Homemade Caramel Rolls
- Use warm (not hot) water for the yeast so it activates well.
- Don’t over-flour the dough; it should be soft and slightly sticky.
- Let the dough rise in a warm spot so it doubles in size.
- Cut the rolls with a sharp knife or dental floss for clean edges.
- Watch the oven near the end so the caramel does not burn.
variation (if any)
- Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the brown sugar layer for crunch.
- Stir a little vanilla into the caramel sauce for extra flavor.
- Make smaller rolls for bite-size treats or larger ones for a big sweet bun.
FAQs
Q: Can I use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast?
A: Yes. If you use instant yeast, mix it with the dry flour and follow the rest of the steps. You may skip the 5-minute proof step, but it still helps to rise.
Q: Can I make the dough ahead of time?
A: Yes. You can make the dough, let it rise once, then refrigerate overnight. Roll and cut the next day, then let rise and bake.
Q: How do I stop the caramel from making the rolls soggy?
A: Pour a moderate amount of caramel in the pan. Some soak is normal and part of the texture. To reduce sogginess, bake on a lower rack so the bottom cooks well, or warm the caramel slightly before pouring so it spreads evenly.
Q: Can I use store-bought dough?
A: Yes. You can use canned biscuit or crescent roll dough to save time. Adjust baking time if needed.
Stupid Easy Homemade Caramel Rolls
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These soft and sweet caramel rolls are simple to make, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 package of active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup of warm water
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/4 cup of butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 3 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
Instructions
- Dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes.
- Mix sugar, milk, melted butter, and egg in a large bowl. Add the yeast mixture.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size (about 60 minutes).
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll the dough tightly and cut into rolls.
- Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and pour caramel sauce over them.
- Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Drizzle with additional caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with extra caramel sauce or a small pat of butter. They pair well with coffee or milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
