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Chai Cinnamon Rolls

Chai Cinnamon Rolls

Delight in these Chai Cinnamon Rolls infused with warm spices and topped with cream cheese frosting.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Proofing Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 365

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 1/4 cups whole milk warmed to about 110 degrees F
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp granulated white sugar
  • 4 3/4 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 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 large eggs whisked
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter very softened
Chai Caramel Sauce
  • 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
Chai Filling
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter very softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Chai Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 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
  • Small bowl
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • 9x13 inch casserole dish
  • Dough Hook
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Chai Cinnamon Rolls
  1. Bloom the yeast by mixing the active dry yeast, sugar, and warm milk together; let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour, chai spices, salt, and sugar together.
  3. Add whisked eggs, vanilla, and softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix.
  4. Add the yeast mixture and mix until blended. Switch to a dough hook and knead on medium speed for 7-10 minutes until the dough pulls away from the edges of the bowl.
  5. Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1 ½ hours or until doubled in size.
  6. For the chai caramel sauce, heat heavy cream in a small saucepan and steep chai tea bags for 10 minutes, then cool to room temperature.
  7. In a medium bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, chai spices, honey, vanilla, and salt together. Mix in the chai cream mixture and spread evenly in a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish.
  8. For the chai filling, mix softened butter, brown sugar, chai spices, and salt in a small bowl.
  9. Roll the risen dough into an 18 x 12 inch rectangle and spread the chai filling over it.
  10. Roll the dough tightly into a log shape, cut off the ends, and slice into 12 rolls.
  11. Place the rolls in the casserole dish with chai caramel sauce and pour heavy cream in between each roll. Cover and let proof for about an hour until doubled in size.
  12. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F about 15 minutes before baking.
  13. Bake rolls for 29-32 minutes until golden brown.
  14. For the chai cream cheese frosting, mix softened butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and spices; mix until combined and fluffy.
  15. Let the rolls cool for 10 minutes, then cover with cream cheese icing and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These rolls are wonderfully spiced and perfect for any occasion, and the cream cheese frosting provides a deliciously tangy finish.

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