Best Ever Cinnamon Buns

Yellow cake mix is the secret to the success of these yeasted cinnamon buns. They make a rich, sweet breakfast treat.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 367 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil
• 3 eggs
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt
• 3 cups confectioners' sugar
• ¼ cup butter, melted
• 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
• 4 tablespoons white sugar
• ⅔ cup milk
• 2 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F)
• 6 cups all-purpose flour, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water, and let stand for 3 minutes. Add cake mix, 1 cup flour, eggs, oil, and salt; beat well. Stir in remaining flour until a soft dough forms.

Step 3

Knead on well floured surface for about 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, and turn to coat the dough surface. Let rise until doubled in bulk, about 45 minutes.

Step 4

Punch down, and divide into two equal parts. Roll out each section on a lightly floured surface. Spread each with softened butter and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.

Step 5

Roll up like jelly rolls and cut buns 1 1/2 inches thick with a piece of dental floss or a dull knife. Place in greased baking pans, and allow to rise until doubled.

Step 6

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 35 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 7

Meanwhile, combine confectioners sugar, 1/4 cup melted butter, vanilla, and milk. Remove baked buns from oven and drizzle with frosting.