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Classic Norwegian Cinnamon Rolls

Recipe from bakeswithmarlene, from their Instagram reelWritten down by ReelsMeals from the caption and voiceover. Added 25 October 2026.

20 minutes to prep, 10 to cook. These classic Norwegian cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and buttery, flavored with fragrant cardamom. A sweet cinnamon‑sugar filling and a glossy icing glaze make them perfect for a cozy breakfast or a special treat.

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Classic Norwegian Cinnamon Rolls by bakeswithmarlene, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

Dough

  1. Melt the butter and mix with the milk, keeping the mixture at 99°F.

  2. Combine flour, yeast, sugar, ground cardamom and salt; add the milk mixture and egg, then knead for 5–10 minutes until smooth.

  3. Cover the dough and let it rise for 45–60 minutes, or until doubled in size.

Filling

  1. Mix the softened butter, white sugar and cinnamon together until a smooth paste forms.

Dough

  1. Roll the dough into a rectangle, spread evenly with the filling, roll up tightly, and cut into 5 cm rolls.

  2. Place the rolls on lined trays and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Topping

  1. Brush the rolls with beaten egg and bake in a conventional oven at 450°F for 8–10 minutes, until lightly golden.

  2. Cool slightly, then drizzle with the icing glaze made from icing sugar mixed with water.

Tips while you cook

Maintain dough temperature
Keep the butter‑milk mixture at 37 °C before adding it to the flour mixture.
First rise timing
Cover the dough and let it rise until doubled, about 45–60 minutes.
Second rise before baking
After shaping, let the rolls rest on the tray for an additional 30 minutes before baking.
Egg wash for shine
Brush the rolls with beaten egg just before baking for a glossy finish.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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