Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Mix until thoroughly combined.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, warmed milk, molasses, and eggs.
3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms.
4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
7. Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough.
8. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon for the filling. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
9. Starting from one long end, tightly roll up the dough into a log shape.
10. Using a sharp knife or dental floss, cut the log into 12 equal-sized rolls.
11. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover them with a towel, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
12. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
13. Bake the cinnamon rolls in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
14. While the rolls are baking, prepare the icing. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
15. Once the rolls are out of the oven, drizzle the icing over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve!