Best Ever Cinnamon Buns

Ingredients

• 2 packages active dry yeast , .25 ounce
• 2.5 cups warm water , 110 degrees F
• 1 package yellow cake mix , 18.25 ounce
• 6 cups all-purpose flour , divided
• 3 eggs
• 0.33 cups vegetable oil
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups butter , softened
• 4 tablespoons white sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cups butter , melted
• 3 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.67 cups milk

Instructions

1. 1

   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.

2. 2

   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.

3. 3

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

4. 4

   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.

5. 5

   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.

6. 6

   Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 35 minutes or until golden brown.

7. 7

   Meanwhile, combine confectioners sugar, 1/4 cup melted butter, vanilla, and milk. Remove baked buns from oven and drizzle with frosting.