Cinnamon Buns

Ingredients:

• 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
• 2 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees F)
• 1 (18.5 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

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Preparation:

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.
Optional: add 1/4 cup softened cream cheese and 1/2 teaspoon real lemon.

Remove baked buns from oven and drizzle with frosting.

Servings: 2 Dozen