Ingredients
5 to 6 cups all-purpose flour1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)2 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast2-1/2 cups warm water (120° to 130°)1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamonFROSTING:6 tablespoons butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine 4 cups flour, cake mix, yeast and warm water until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Roll each portion into a 14x10-in. rectangle. Brush with butter; sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Cut each roll into 12 slices; place cut side down in two greased 13x9-in. baking pans. Cover and let rise until almost doubled, about 20 minutes.
Bake at 400° for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 20 minutes. For frosting, in a large bowl, cream the butter, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Frost warm rolls.
