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Chai Cinnamon Rolls

Chai Cinnamon Rolls

Delicious Chai Cinnamon Rolls bring a cozy twist to traditional cinnamon rolls with aromatic spices.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Additional Rising Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Dough Base
  • 1 1/4 cups whole milk warm
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp granulated white sugar
  • 4 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp granulated white sugar
  • 2 units eggs whisked
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter very softened
Filling
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter very softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 3/4 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Icing
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter very softened
  • 6 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/8 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
  • pinch cloves

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • whisk
  • rolling pin
  • Casserole dish
  • Mixing spoon
  • Oven
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Mix active dry yeast, sugar, and warm milk together and let sit for 10 minutes until foamy on top.
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour, chai spices, salt, and sugar together.
  3. Add the whisked eggs, vanilla, and softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix.
  4. Add in the yeast mixture and mix until blended. Knead on medium speed for 7-10 minutes until dough forms a ball and springs back when pressed.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1 ½ hours or until doubled in size.
Filling and Assembly
  1. While the dough rises, heat heavy cream in a small saucepan, steep with chai tea bags for 10 minutes, then let cool to room temperature.
  2. In a bowl, mix butter, brown sugar, chai spices, honey, vanilla, and salt together, then mix in the chai cream mixture.
  3. Grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish and spread the mixture evenly over the bottom.
  4. For the filling, mix butter, brown sugar, chai spices, and salt together in a small bowl.
  5. Roll out the risen dough into an 18 x 12 inch rectangle and spread the chai filling over it evenly.
  6. Roll the dough tightly into a log, cut 12 rolls about 1 1/2 inches wide.
  7. Place the rolls in the prepared dish, pour heavy cream in between them, cover, and let proof in a warm spot for about an hour or until doubled in size.
Baking and Icing
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F 15 minutes before the rolls are done proofing.
  2. Bake the rolls for 29-32 minutes until golden brown.
  3. While baking, mix softened butter and cream cheese until combined and fluffy.
  4. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and chai spices, mixing until fluffy.
  5. Let the rolls cool for 10 minutes, then cover with cream cheese icing and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a couple of days.

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