I Baked 72 Cinnamon Rolls To Create The Perfect Recipe | Bon Appétit

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  • Опубліковано 16 січ 2023
  • 2 weeks of research. A (very) complex spreadsheet. 6 pounds of flour, 20 hours of cooking and so, so many tastings. Join Zaynab Issa in the Bon Appétit Test Kitchen as she takes you through the journey of creating her extra-fluffy cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting - a recipe that took 72 rolls to achieve perfection.
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  • @travisr9839
    @travisr9839 Рік тому +2733

    I loved the thought Zaynab put into the recipe’s approachability, and the emphasis she put on ingredients and tools people already have.

    • @umsami
      @umsami Рік тому +15

      Yes, that is such a help!

    • @XusernamegoeshereX
      @XusernamegoeshereX Рік тому +36

      Appreciate that SO MUCH. I don't want to have to buy & store multiple flours at any one time - don't have a test kitchen! lol

    • @tzkelley
      @tzkelley Рік тому +8

      Call me crazy, but these new shows just not as entertaining as the old ones. Maybe it's the personalities, maybe it's the directing, or maybe it's the format, but they just aren't good. Chris' show where he tries to remake a recipe without seeing it is still worth watching. And I wish Brad would do more "It's Alive". But something needs to change at BA.

    • @pipcallanan4361
      @pipcallanan4361 Рік тому +17

      @@tzkelley I was about to say this is the first episode in a while that I really enjoyed. I love chris and his video and I do enjoy the ‘chefs make blah’ but I really enjoyed this one!

    • @Horselover101Nines
      @Horselover101Nines Рік тому +4

      Yes I really loved that! I occasionally will buy something for a recipe but it needs to transfer into other ones that are easy to make as well. Such as red curry paste or something

  • @Aiodiam
    @Aiodiam Рік тому +796

    Hey, previous baker here! When we made our cinnamon buns we put them 6 to a tray, in a 6x12 cake pan. Greased with white grease (flour, oil, and shortening whipped). Proofed in the pan, and when they were baked we would flip them over onto a different sheet to cool. This resulted in even buns with no spirals shooting out. Another thing to watch for is how tightly you are rolling it, as that will create pyramids as well. Better to roll just tight enough to keep it together without stretching the dough. Hope this helps someone, happy baking!

    • @cynthiafisher9907
      @cynthiafisher9907 Рік тому +18

      Thanks, it does!

    • @minnaabdulrazig2145
      @minnaabdulrazig2145 Рік тому +2

      Can u make this recipe without using a mixer ?

    • @Aiodiam
      @Aiodiam Рік тому +16

      @@minnaabdulrazig2145 Yes of course, it'll just be a bit messy since it is a sticky dough. You can simply hand knead (videos on YT for good technique), and keep trying for that 'window' test you see at 3:14 to know when its ready to move onto the next step.

    • @ccr6088
      @ccr6088 Рік тому +12

      Dropping KNOWLEDGE. Now what are your thoughts on croissant cinnamon roll 😅. Bakery in London makes them

    • @ninadora1
      @ninadora1 Рік тому +10

      @@minnaabdulrazig2145 there’s a great recipe on Food 52 that is my go to when I don’t have a stand mixer. It’s called aunt bircher’s cinnamon rolls or something like that. It’s a fave (and I’ve made a lot of cinnamon rolls). It’s a lot to knead in butter by hand like this recipe, but you can do it.

  • @syd2248
    @syd2248 Рік тому +2020

    It’s all cool to use specialty ingredients for recipes, but for something simple like cinnamon rolls that majority just wants to be as accessible as possible, it’s really nice that Zaynab thought about the accessibility of the ingredients used. Also love this behind the scenes of R&D, makes you appreciate the recipe more and is super fun and interesting to watch!

    • @POPPIZZAJSQ
      @POPPIZZAJSQ Рік тому +3

      Before going trough 20 min of video. There is a recipe at one point?

    • @sofea147
      @sofea147 Рік тому +3

      @@POPPIZZAJSQ there's a link in the description for her recipe

    • @cheeseo9798
      @cheeseo9798 Рік тому +1

      I also don’t mind when they make a less accessible recipe if the product is way better and they usually give the option of using the more house common ingredients also.

    • @tamz0309
      @tamz0309 6 місяців тому +5

      I make cinnamon rolls regularly and honestly the bread flour is worth getting. It’s not like it’s a $20 ingredient. It makes a huge difference

    • @halfassfashion
      @halfassfashion 6 місяців тому +2

      Yeah because if you’re buying an ingredient just for a recipe, super likely the rest will be wasted

  • @siosaida
    @siosaida Рік тому +315

    Zaynab really is gorgeous and so naturally graceful in front of the camera. Would love to see her come back

    • @DDawg2
      @DDawg2 Рік тому +10

      My goodness, yes…she is stunning 🤩😍

  • @jaekimchi
    @jaekimchi Рік тому +666

    I can tell Zaynab really liked the idea of maple syrup but she respects her coworkers opinions a lot so ultimately went in that direction.

    • @corrrru
      @corrrru 6 місяців тому +16

      It felt she was kind of sad about it and I wish she would have still gone her own direction, since ultimately it's her recipe, to keep the cardamom and lemon zest.

    • @DavidCastro-qr8lo
      @DavidCastro-qr8lo 5 місяців тому +4

      I feel the same but also feel like maybe those are great add ons for anyone looking to upgrade the basic recipe. Perfection is in the eyes (and palate) of the chef!

  • @AZPhotoWACA
    @AZPhotoWACA Рік тому +316

    I truly appreciate you choosing to use ingredients I can find locally!

  • @alexandrachampion5148
    @alexandrachampion5148 Рік тому +140

    I love the format- it’s more like it used to be with other staff included. It has a much more organic feel and one of the things I always loved about the BA test kitchen videos. PLEASE continue like this! I’ve missed it so much! Thank you❣️

    • @susannahtrentham7636
      @susannahtrentham7636 Рік тому +7

      The amount of people watching this video who won’t know what you mean :(

  • @rowkingsbury945
    @rowkingsbury945 Рік тому +362

    I wish BA would put out more videos about recipe testing. It's so cool to see what goes into preparing a recipe for eventually going in the magazine/online/into a video

  • @BS-j1965
    @BS-j1965 Рік тому +188

    I so appreciate you using ingredients to make these rolls with ingredients most homemakers have in their homes. I’m a homemaker of 55 years and I follow so many cooking videos Bon Appetite being my favorite as long as I don’t have to go to 20 stores to find the ingredients 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻thank you thank you thank you👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💐💐💐💐🥂

  • @nicholasbyres5818
    @nicholasbyres5818 Рік тому +461

    I love this! I am not sure if this is a series already, but I would love to see recipe development episodes like this more often! With multiple chefs!

  • @siobhanryan3307
    @siobhanryan3307 Рік тому +157

    loved seeing the whole process of developing the recipe, that's what a test kitchen is all about

  • @katieburgess8877
    @katieburgess8877 Рік тому +41

    More of these videos! Needs to be a series, specifically with Zaynab! She really shines in this process. ♥️

  • @DebbaTV
    @DebbaTV Рік тому +231

    Really impressed with all the thought and work that went into these rolls. The test kitchen must have smelled heavenly! And those lucky people who got to taste test! I really want to try these with the methods used, very exciting. Thanks for all the time and effort put into these lovely rolls. They're obviously worth it 😊.

  • @carol_gare
    @carol_gare 7 місяців тому

    I really appreciate the science behind this recipe, the ratios, the technicallity of it 😍

  • @mikepotter
    @mikepotter Рік тому +3

    This was a fantastic format. Love the game plan

  • @kayleydiamond6547
    @kayleydiamond6547 Рік тому +9

    this was so fun to watch! please, more of this and the whole process

  • @badr0100
    @badr0100 Рік тому +1

    For the first time, i watch the whole video recipes, its great changes, and trials , thanks Zeinab

  • @thequirkycreative
    @thequirkycreative 9 місяців тому

    Love this video. Will definitely try this recipe as I have always wanted to try a more pillowy dough in rolls.

  • @PrimusUltima
    @PrimusUltima Рік тому +48

    Loved being brought through the recipe design process, more of this content please!

  • @Cyrribrae
    @Cyrribrae Рік тому +15

    love it! the series that ATK did on their Cuban sandwich recipe development was fantastic. This definitely has that sort of vibe (with less doom and drama haha, probably for the better). Would love to see more of this.

  • @minecraftplayer12swag73
    @minecraftplayer12swag73 Рік тому +1

    wow. absolutely fantastic info and amazing research this is what i love about cooking and this video highlights that process beautifully

  • @beatpirate8
    @beatpirate8 3 місяці тому

    wow i love a baker thinking out loud and studying! this is amazing!

  • @sweett4rt
    @sweett4rt Рік тому +2

    I like to use orange zest in the frosting myself. I also pour heavy cream over my raised cinnamon rolls before I place them in th oven...sooo good

  • @umsami
    @umsami Рік тому +164

    Cinnamon Rolls are my favorite. I really hope that Zaynab and BA will do some Ramadan and Eid videos.

  • @ElementUup511
    @ElementUup511 8 місяців тому +1

    just made these. amazing. 100/10 recommend

  • @peggythomas2103
    @peggythomas2103 Рік тому +52

    I spread small amounts of butter on the dough, then add my brown sugar cinnamon, slightly roll into the dough, then roll up. But I also found by adding a teaspoon or more of corn starch into my filling, that I didn't lose all of the filling when it got hot and it oozed on the pan. It stays more in the bun. I also add a touch of salt to my cream cheese filling which takes that sweetness down a peg or two. I also added a touch of orange oil to the frosting which I've always loved orange cinnamon rolls as a kid growing up.

  • @microwaaave
    @microwaaave Рік тому +1

    thank you for blessing the world with this divine knowledge 🙏

  • @harukocha
    @harukocha Рік тому

    Appreciate her endeavor and all the experiments she has conducted.

  • @shahadsaleh7474
    @shahadsaleh7474 Рік тому +1

    I will definitely try them it looks easy and thank you for using all purpose flour ❤

  • @darcibell2006
    @darcibell2006 Рік тому +13

    Really love seeing the recipe development process!!

  • @todd4671
    @todd4671 5 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing your final recipe, will definatetly make it for christmas!

  • @Cecilia-yy9ew
    @Cecilia-yy9ew Рік тому

    I can't wait to try this. I've been looking for a great recipe using tangzhong! Thank you!

  • @kevinkaczynski1952
    @kevinkaczynski1952 Рік тому +1

    her laugh when you said you don't want people tp buy something was so good.

  • @francescaferraro1902
    @francescaferraro1902 Рік тому +5

    reminds me of gourmet makes! love it!

  • @alexiscarnwath214
    @alexiscarnwath214 Рік тому

    Cannot wait to give these a go x thanks for sharing x

  • @simatalmarzooq3623
    @simatalmarzooq3623 Рік тому +8

    I have never made cinammon rolls because i have always been too scared of its difficultulty. This video breaks it down to fundamentals and it is why i was encouraged to try it. It turned out wonderful, my family loved them. Im looking forward to trying it again and prefect their shapes a little better. I loved how accessible the ingredients arr and i think this contributes to why this recipe is the best, Zainab takes into consideration every little detail which is really useful. Zainab prefecting and coming up with recipes should become series

  • @gabriellagreer-benedict9476

    I can’t wait to try this recipe. I read the comments on the BA sight and most people were pleased with the outcome. ❤

  • @marianneb.7936
    @marianneb.7936 Рік тому

    Incredible, good job Zaynab !! I enjoyed watching you succeed !!

  • @subynaaa
    @subynaaa Рік тому +76

    love this video style and love zaynab! so interesting to see the process behind these recipes, really makes you appreciate more. would love to see more recipe testing videos with zaynab

  • @Lizisfor
    @Lizisfor Рік тому +1

    Yes. Use things people have on hand. Thank you.

  • @frankeyaatkinson4891
    @frankeyaatkinson4891 Рік тому

    This was a fantastic video! Thank you ❤

  • @mariannerady1137
    @mariannerady1137 Рік тому +3

    Loved to see your process! Fascinating how precise and diligent you are to make it easier for us. Thanks so much!

  • @gaiamorgosi7181
    @gaiamorgosi7181 Рік тому +30

    I looooove the whole “research approach” to the recipe, it feels so much more playful and creative to see how a recipe is born and developed. AMAZING.

  • @sairaaahmedd1306
    @sairaaahmedd1306 16 днів тому

    That big fluffy first batch looked soooo delish!

  • @gildeddragonfly
    @gildeddragonfly 11 місяців тому

    I have to echo several people here that I love that she approached it trying to make it as accessible as possible for people.

  • @me11ch84
    @me11ch84 5 місяців тому

    I really loved the scientific approach to this video. ❤ I definitely want to try this recipe.

  • @pcchoon
    @pcchoon Рік тому +65

    I would liek to see these series more!! recipes with things we have at home

  • @laurac2325
    @laurac2325 Рік тому

    This is giving gourmet makes and I LOVE IT

  • @noosetime9423
    @noosetime9423 Рік тому

    def making this, looks absolutely fire

  • @SEOshogun
    @SEOshogun Рік тому +4

    She basically made it perfect day one! ❤🎉

  • @summerbaby9379
    @summerbaby9379 3 місяці тому

    I'm so impressed with the testing and research process! Until today, I was on the hunt for a light and fluffy cinnamon roll, and I came across this video! I've saved myself a lot of "testing" recipes myself now. I cannot wait to try this recipe! Thank you so much! My sister (RIP) made cinnamon rolls using a bread machine, and they were the best and better than Cinnabon, which is saying a lot. I'm excited to taste these buns!

  • @blobsofpasta9069
    @blobsofpasta9069 Рік тому

    This js the kinds of video i used to come to bon appetit for. So happy were back in this direction.

  • @BS-j1965
    @BS-j1965 Рік тому +1

    I just had to add one more comment this was the best how to food video I’ve seen👏🏻👏🏻thank you again🙏🏻🙏🏻💐💐🥂🥂❤️❤️

  • @priscilaasalass
    @priscilaasalass Рік тому

    Loved the trial and error format❤️

  • @lunaspook4370
    @lunaspook4370 Рік тому +1

    i am so proud of you, Zaynab 🫶

  • @sophiatomingas7328
    @sophiatomingas7328 8 місяців тому

    I just made them with my friend. Took nearly 4 hours but I swear it’s totally worth it

  • @mwilliamanderson
    @mwilliamanderson Рік тому +1

    Great video! Can’t wait to try the recipe.

  • @bubblekittea
    @bubblekittea Рік тому +19

    Am I the only one who wants the recipe for the first one, it looks perfect to me!!!

  • @melindawedgewood6462
    @melindawedgewood6462 Рік тому

    It's a starter, old school American bread/roll recipes have that as well. It's best for rich doughs to give them a head start and let them absorb more of the richer ingredients than a plain dough. There are some that add sour cream 👌

  • @catheriney862
    @catheriney862 Рік тому +1

    Made these today! They came out delicious 😋

  • @THEH0WLER87
    @THEH0WLER87 Рік тому +1

    If you want that free form look you can bake them in a ring mould. Its a good idea to use a ring about an inch bigger than the pre-baked roll.

  • @damiengodfrey3661
    @damiengodfrey3661 Рік тому +1

    I love her - amazing episode!

  • @anapatriciahernandez2220
    @anapatriciahernandez2220 Рік тому

    Beautiful rolls, great explanations. Have to try them. Congratulations.

  • @OfficailSamMarieZie
    @OfficailSamMarieZie Рік тому +1

    The lemon plus the cardamom probably mixes really well 🤤

  • @TheLeinad1987
    @TheLeinad1987 3 дні тому

    Made these today they were amazing! Family absolutely loved them!

  • @florence2430
    @florence2430 Рік тому

    Amazing content! As a scientist I love seeing the science behind “everyday” things. This was so so cool! Great job Zaynab

  • @jodrew1845
    @jodrew1845 Рік тому

    It is fascinating to see the amount of effort that is required to create a recipe.

  • @user-px7nh7vs4b
    @user-px7nh7vs4b Рік тому +39

    I've used this method (Tangzhong) for years. I use half butter and half cream cheese with powdered sugar for frosting. I always use vanilla extract in the dough and the frosting. Cinnamon sugar and butter for the filling. Never fails.

  • @janechiu370
    @janechiu370 Рік тому

    I love a classic cinnamon roll but I would totally try the cream cheese frosting too!

  • @cissy2194
    @cissy2194 Рік тому +3

    I was thinking of making cinnamon rolls this weekend, and then this came across my feed. It’s either a sign or…. Let’s not go there 😂. Can’t wait to try her recipe! And it has nothing to do with her baking capabilities but GIRL! Your style is ❤! So you’ve inspired my kitchen and closet lol.

  • @janicelavoie2457
    @janicelavoie2457 Рік тому +1

    I enjoyed watching. Reminds me of my grandmas' Swedish cinnamon buns. The cardamon is a big part of the Swedish buns.

  • @jonahwhitney5455
    @jonahwhitney5455 Рік тому +42

    Can this be a series? I liked it a lot!

  • @whyshouldi4417
    @whyshouldi4417 Рік тому

    I looove her! and to see the process of recepie developmet ist really interesting to watch.

  • @lifewithriz21
    @lifewithriz21 Рік тому

    Just wow😍 watching channel for the first time and i am obsessed cz i also love cooking and especiallay baking😇

  • @smubarak100
    @smubarak100 4 місяці тому +1

    I love the personality of Zaynab ❤

  • @yvonnecusmano7971
    @yvonnecusmano7971 Рік тому

    Wow! These look amazing!

  • @eschrader
    @eschrader Рік тому

    Appreciate the detailed thougut process and recipe!

  • @kimberlyguerrerolmedo
    @kimberlyguerrerolmedo Рік тому +2

    she needds to make more videos i loveeeeeeddd this!!!!!

  • @nicolerose140
    @nicolerose140 Рік тому +4

    i’m literally going to make these tomorrow. thank you for the dedication and ease of ingredients!

  • @carleymcgoldrick5858
    @carleymcgoldrick5858 Рік тому +4

    I looooove cinnamon rolls so I appreciate the care and consideration that Zaynab took! Can't wait to try to make them!

  • @jordanwierschem6691
    @jordanwierschem6691 Рік тому +2

    As someone with a gluten sensitivity who loves baking, I appreciate you using AP flour since that’s all I can get my hands on for gf

  • @pamw8102
    @pamw8102 Рік тому +1

    Great test! I like a cream cheese/butter/powdered sugar icing with maple syrup. And dark rum soaked raisins. 😊

  • @essendossev362
    @essendossev362 Рік тому +20

    I really appreciated seeing all the variations you tried, because ultimately I can decide for myself what results would most suit my preferences. I loooove having some crispiness on the outside, so I' be excited to try it in the muffin tin.

  • @holdenells
    @holdenells Рік тому

    Make this a series!

  • @mrs.currie7746
    @mrs.currie7746 Рік тому

    Yeah, I really enjoyed this!

  • @AkeemArnott
    @AkeemArnott Рік тому

    I can't wait to try these.

  • @adb1917
    @adb1917 Рік тому +2

    Hmm, it looks super good and the milk bread-moisture technique is genius in theory, but at the end nobody seemed blown away when they tasted it.

  • @camerinthompson4124
    @camerinthompson4124 4 місяці тому

    This is a fantastic video and incredible recipe!

  • @matthewkenny4135
    @matthewkenny4135 Рік тому

    Whoa. Absolutely spectacular!

  • @JadeCroft
    @JadeCroft Рік тому +4

    I have been making cinnamon rolls for yeeeeaaars and my biggest annoyance was always how fast it dries up and hardens. I cant wait to try this method!

    • @sydneebl9
      @sydneebl9 5 місяців тому

      How’d it go? I’m thinking of trying this for the same reason

  • @apartmentcookery
    @apartmentcookery Рік тому +2

    I am actually going to make this! Nothing like a fresh cinnamon roll.

  • @ellieisanerd
    @ellieisanerd Рік тому

    This reminded me of Gourmet Makes, but only as a good thing. Really enjoyed this style of video.

  • @talkingcrow
    @talkingcrow Рік тому

    This is great. Thank you.

  • @cindyfinn4845
    @cindyfinn4845 Рік тому +2

    I have used this method and yes my cinnamon rolls were soft but next day they had a stale texture but you could probably warm them..... I think orange zest would be a better pairing in icing.

  • @stephaniesimpson4016
    @stephaniesimpson4016 Рік тому +10

    Great video! I love seeing the process of developing a recipe and Zaynab has such great energy. Thank you BA, can't wait to try these.

  • @johnathansawyer8736
    @johnathansawyer8736 Рік тому +2

    THIS is amazing content! Thanks so much for showing us what you guys do! I love all your vids, but following how a recipe is created is my favorite.

  • @shariwalsh9160
    @shariwalsh9160 Рік тому

    Loved ❤this!!

  • @amberskye93
    @amberskye93 4 місяці тому

    I can’t wait to try this omg

  • @restorationfbcinc
    @restorationfbcinc Рік тому +2

    @Zaynab thank you for not making us buy different flour to make one item!

  • @davidorourkesr
    @davidorourkesr Рік тому

    Luv this content. Great job!...