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Chai Cinnamon Rolls

Chai Cinnamon Rolls
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Warm up your mornings with soft flavorful Chai Cinnamon Rolls that blend spicy chai and sweet cinnamon for a perfect treat

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed (about 110°F)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar (for filling)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

    • Instructions

  • In a large bowl, sprinkle the yeast over the warmed milk and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy. This step wakes up the yeast and ensures your dough rises perfectly.
  • Add the melted butter, sugar, eggs, salt, and 2 cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine. It will look curdled at this stage, but don’t panic, keep mixing!
  • Gradually add the remaining flour, ½ cup at a time, mixing until a smooth, slightly sticky dough forms. You want it tacky but not overly wet.
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 7–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, dust with a bit more flour, but don’t overdo it or the rolls will turn out dense.
  • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1 ½ hours, or until doubled in size.
  • While the dough rises, mix the chai spices with brown sugar for the filling.
  • After the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a 15×12-inch rectangle.
  • Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the chai sugar mixture on top, making sure to cover every inch.
  • Starting with the longer edge, tightly roll the dough into a log and pinch the seam to seal it.
  • Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them cut-side up in a greased 9"x13" baking dish.
  • Cover and let the rolls rise again for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  • While baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze.
  • Once the rolls are out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze generously on top.
  • Serve warm and prepare for compliments!

    • Notes

    Soft, gooey chai cinnamon rolls infused with a warm blend of chai spices like cardamom, ginger, cloves, and black pepper. A cozy twist on traditional cinnamon rolls perfect for weekend baking.

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