Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these irresistible Chai Cinnamon Rolls. Soft and fluffy, each roll is infused with aromatic chai spices and generously filled with a sweet brown sugar filling. Topped with creamy chai frosting and drizzled in a decadent brown sugar chai caramel sauce, these rolls are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any gathering. Whether you’re enjoying them warm from the oven or sharing them with loved ones, these delightful treats will surely brighten your autumn days.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) whole milk
- 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
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (112 g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (220 g) light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for filling)
- 3/4 tsp ground ginger (for filling)
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice (for filling)
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (for filling)
- 3/4 tsp ground cardamom (for filling)
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves (for filling)
- 1/3 cup (116 g) honey
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
- 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese
- 3/4 cup (97 g) powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for frosting)
Instructions
- Warm milk to 110°F. Combine with yeast and sugar; let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a mixing bowl or stand mixer, add flour, spices, salt, eggs, vanilla extract, and softened butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled (60–90 minutes).
- Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar and spices in a bowl.
- Roll out risen dough into a rectangle and spread the filling evenly before rolling it up tightly.
- Slice into rolls and place in a greased baking dish. Let rise again for about 30 minutes before baking at 350°F for 20–25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 309
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 294mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 37mg