Zimt Wuppis aus Hefeteig My Grandmas Secret Cinnamon Buns

Instructions:

1. Combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 teaspoon of sugar in a bowl. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
2. In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the yeast mixture, remaining sugar, salt, melted butter, and egg. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes (by hand or with a dough hook) until smooth and elastic. Add a bit more flour if it's too sticky.
4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. While the dough rises, in a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using).
6. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle, about 12x18 inches.
7. Spread the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly over the dough.
8. Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Use a sharp knife or unflavored dental floss to slice the log into 12 equal pieces.
9. Arrange the cinnamon bun slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes.
10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. While the buns bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk if needed to reach desired consistency.
12. Let the buns cool slightly on the baking sheet before drizzling generously with the glaze. Serve warm and enjoy!