Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of autumn with our delightful Chai Cinnamon Rolls. These rolls blend the aromatic spices of chai tea with soft and fluffy dough, creating a unique twist on the classic cinnamon roll. Each bite is infused with rich chai flavor and topped with a creamy chai cream cheese frosting that adds an extra layer of sweetness. Perfect for cozy breakfasts, festive brunches, or simply as a treat to share with family and friends, these rolls are sure to impress. Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven or warmed later, they are an irresistible fall treat that brings comfort and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) whole milk, warmed to about 110 degrees F
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp granulated white sugar
- 4 3/4 cups (593 g) 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 (25 g) granulated white sugar
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (112 g) unsalted butter, very softened
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) heavy cream
- 2 chai tea bags
- 1/2 cup (112 g) unsalted butter, very softened
- 1 cup (220 g) 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 (116 g) honey
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp (84 g) unsalted butter, very softened
- 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup (97 g) 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 of cloves
Instructions
- Warm 1 1/4 cups whole milk to 110°F and mix with 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast and 1 tsp sugar; let it sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 4 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, salt, and spices. Add the yeast mixture along with whisked eggs and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate softened butter and knead on medium speed for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for one hour or until doubled in size.
- While the dough rises, prepare the filling by mixing together softened butter, brown sugar, spices, honey, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle about 16×24 inches. Spread the filling evenly over it.
- Roll up tightly from one edge and cut into equal pieces about two inches thick.
- Arrange in a greased baking dish; cover and let rise again for another hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for approximately 30 minutes until golden brown.
- For frosting, beat softened butter and cream cheese; gradually add powdered sugar and spices until well blended before drizzling over cooled rolls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fall
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg