# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
03 - 1 cup whole milk, warm (about 110°F)
04 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
06 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
→ Filling
08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
09 - 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
10 - 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
→ Icing
12 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
13 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
14 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Directions:
01 - Combine warm milk, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast in a large bowl or stand mixer. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add melted butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix thoroughly to combine.
03 - Gradually add all-purpose flour while mixing until a soft dough forms; knead by hand or with a dough hook for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
04 - Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and allow to rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
05 - Mix softened butter, packed brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and optional nutmeg in a small bowl until well combined.
06 - Punch down the risen dough and place it onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into four equal portions and roll each into a 12-inch circle.
07 - Place one dough circle on a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread one-third of the filling evenly over it. Repeat layering with remaining dough and filling, finishing with a plain dough circle on top.
08 - Position a 3-inch round cutter or glass in the center without cutting through. Slice the dough into sixteen equal strips radiating from the center. Twist adjacent pairs twice away from each other and pinch ends together to form the snowflake design.
09 - Cover the shaped dough loosely and let rise for 30 to 40 minutes until puffy. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
10 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown. Remove from oven and cool for 10 minutes.
11 - Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
