Ring-A-Ling Sweet Rolls

Ring-A-Ling Sweet Rolls
🧾 Ingredients
For the dough:
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup warm milk (not hot)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 egg
For coating/filling:
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
For glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tbsp milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast
   In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast.
   Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the Dough
   Add melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture.
   Gradually mix in flour until a soft dough forms.
   Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. Let It Rise
   Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Shape the Rolls
   Punch down the dough.
   Divide into small pieces.
   Roll each piece into a rope and shape into rings (like donuts).
   Place on a lined baking sheet.
5. Second Rise
   Cover and let rise again for 20–30 minutes.
6. Bake
   Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
7. Coat or Glaze
   Option 1: Cinnamon Sugar
   Brush warm rolls with melted butter.
   Toss in sugar + cinnamon mixture.
   Option 2: Glaze
   Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
   Drizzle over warm rolls.
   🍽️ Tips for Best Results
   Don’t overheat the milk—it can kill the yeast.
   For extra softness, don’t overbake.
   You can fry them instead of baking for a donut-style version.