Skillingsboller, Norwegian Cinnamon Buns Recipe (2024)

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Note: It's best to make the rolls the night before and allow them to rise in the refrigerator overnight. You can bake them anywhere between 10 and 24 hours after shaping and refrigerating them.

Pearl sugar isn't commonly found in the U.S. (hence why my buns are naked; I didn't have any pearl sugar), but you can buy it online (King Arthur and Lars' Own make it) or find it in the market section at IKEA. Of course, you can also finish off your buns with regular granulated sugar.

Recipe Details

Skillingsboller, Norwegian Cinnamon Buns Recipe

Prep30 mins

Cook25 mins

Proofing Time11 hrs

Total11 hrs 55 mins

Serves25to 30 buns

Ingredients

  • 2 stick (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter, room softened

  • 1 1/2 cups milk

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 1 teaspoonground cardamom (either pre-ground or freshly ground)

  • 4 1/4 cups (about 22.5 ounces) all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon table salt

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast

  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

  • Raisins(optional)

  • Pearl sugar or granulated sugar (optional)

Directions

  1. Melt 1 stick butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add milk and heat until lukewarm. Remove from heat. Stir in 1/2 cup sugar and cardamom and stir until dissolved.

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  2. In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook attachment, combine flour, salt, and instant yeast until hom*ogeneous. Add liquid from step 1 and knead until a tacky dough forms. To knead by hand, turn dough out on lightly floured counter and knead until smooth and not too sticky, about 10 minutes, dusting with flour as necessary to prevent sticking. To knead in a stand mixer, knead on medium low speed until dough is smooth and elastic. It should pull away from the sides of the mixer, but just barely stick to the bottom. If not, add small amounts of flour and allow them to be fully incorporated until the right texture is achieved.

  3. Place dough ball in large bowl and cover with a clean towel. Leave bowl in a warm spot until risen to double size, about 30 minutes.

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  4. Meanwhile, combine remaining stick of butter, cinnamon, and remaining 1/2 cup of sugar in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until butter is just melted, then allow to cool while dough finishes rising.

  5. Divide dough into two equal balls.

  6. With rolling pin, roll out one ball into a square approximately 14-inches to a side and 1/2-inch thick. Spread half of butter/sugar mixture over dough leaving a 1/4-inch gap on the top and bottom, but spreading all the way to the sides. (Optional: Sprinkle on raisins.)

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  7. Roll dough away from you into a tight log and place seam-side down on a cutting board. Use a sharp chef's knife to cut it into 1-inch rolls, using a gently sawing motion. Transfer rolls to a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 1/2 inch apart.

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  8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 with remaining ball of dough, using an additional rimmed baking sheet (or, if you don't mind your rolls sticking together, you can fit them all into a single baking sheet). Cover rolls with plastic wrap and allow to rise in refrigerator for 10 to 12 hours.

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  9. When ready to bake, remove pans from the refrigerator and place on the counter while the oven preheats to 450°F (230°C). Adjust oven racks to upper middle and lower middle position. Bake until puffed and lightly browned, 8 to 12 minutes, rotating sheets top to bottom and front to back halfway through baking. (Optional: Sprinkle pearl sugar or granulated sugar over the buns just as you take them out of the oven. The heat from the buns will make the sugar stick, but not melt.) Allow to cool 5 minutes, and serve.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
164Calories
6g Fat
24g Carbs
3g Protein

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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 25to 30
Amount per serving
Calories164
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g8%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 17mg6%
Sodium 77mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 24g9%
Dietary Fiber 1g3%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 3g
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Calcium 23mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
Potassium 48mg1%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

Skillingsboller, Norwegian Cinnamon Buns Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret ingredient in Cinnabon? ›

Cinnabon's Secret Ingredient

This special Indonesian cinnamon, called Makara, is trademarked by Cinnabon. And because of that trademark, you won't find this product in your local grocery store spice aisle.

How do you say cinnamon roll in Norwegian? ›

So behold, Norwegian skillingsboller!

It translates to “penny bun” (kanelbolle would be “cinnamon bun”, and you'll see that all over Norway as well), and they are truly everywhere in Bergen.

Why did my cinnamon buns come out hard? ›

Overbaked cinnamon rolls are tough and chewy instead of light and pillowy. Since it can be a bit tricky to know when rolls are fully baked, use a digital thermometer. Bake cinnamon rolls until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches between 190°and 200°F.

What's the difference between a sticky bun and a cinnamon bun? ›

Though sticky buns may contain cinnamon, they do not always contain the spice, whereas cinnamon rolls always contain cinnamon (as the name implies). As a result, sticky buns have a more nutty and toffee-like taste compared to cinnamon rolls, which are more sugar-and-spice forward.

What is the most unhealthy Cinnabon? ›

Worst: Caramel Pecanbon

The Caramel Pecanbon, while a delicious treat from Cinnabon, is considered an unhealthy choice due to its high calorie, sugar, and fat content. A single serving packs a hefty caloric punch, often exceeding the daily recommended sugar intake in just one pastry.

Why are my cinnamon rolls not light and fluffy? ›

There are a lot of variables that go into the consistency of dough, even down to the weather and humidity. But the most common reason cinnamon rolls don't turn out fluffy is because the dough didn't have enough time to rise.

Should I cover cinnamon rolls when baking? ›

They will expand more when baked. Preheat the oven to 375F. Brush the tops of the rolls with water or any kind of milk before baking. Cover your pan with foil or a lid (if using a cast iron) and place into preheated oven.

Can you over rise cinnamon rolls? ›

You can refrigerate the rolls for up to 12 hours, but try not to go any longer. The rolls are still prone to over-proofing if left in the fridge too long; and the cinnamon-sugar filling can melt and make the bottoms of the rolls syrupy and damp if left unbaked for too long.

What are cinnamon buns called in England? ›

Here are the best cinnamon buns in the UK and where to buy them. Cinnamon buns are also known as cinnamon rolls and kannelbullen, and in Denmark they are even called Kanelsnegl; 'cinnamon snail'.

What is slang for cinnamon bun? ›

synonym ▲ Synonym: cinnamon bun. (slang, neologism) A person perceived as good, gentle and kind. Often a fictional character who undergoes emotional suffering. quotations ▼

What is the difference between American and Swedish cinnamon buns? ›

The Swedish cinnamon bun is much less sticky than, for example, the American cinnamon roll. Swedish cinnamon buns also have the very specific addition of a bit of cardamom spice in the dough which adds another delicious dimension of flavouring.

What is unique about Cinnabon? ›

Under the canopy of the tropical forests in Indonesia, the cassia tree produces the sweet, luscious flavor that is exclusively known as Cinnabon® Makara® Cinnamon. It creates a one-of-a-kind experience you can smell and taste.

What is the ingredients of Cinnabon? ›

Cinnabon® Classic Roll

Our world-famous cinnamon roll is made with a combination of warm dough, legendary Makara cinnamon, and signature cream cheese for a freshly baked, irresistible sweet treat. Product availability and varieties vary by market.

Why does Cinnabon use margarine? ›

For the filling, Cinnabon uses margarine instead of butter because margarine has a lower melting point than butter so it should make the rolls gooey-saucy-melty.

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