Best Ever Cinnamon Buns recipe

2 servings

2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast

2 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees F)

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix

6 cups all-purpose flour, divided

3 eggs

1/3 cup vegetable oil

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1/2 cup butter, softened

4 tablespoons white sugar

2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

1/4 cup butter, melted

3 cups confectioners' sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2/3 cup milk

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

Meanwhile, combine confectioners sugar, 1/4 cup melted butter, vanilla, and milk.

Remove baked buns from oven and drizzle with frosting.