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Coffee Cinnamon Rolls

Irresistible Coffee Cinnamon Rolls for Your Breakfast Bliss

Indulge in these delightful Coffee Cinnamon Rolls, combining rich coffee flavors with gooey sweetness for a perfect breakfast treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 34 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 34 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Whole Milk can substitute with almond milk
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons Active Dry Yeast ensure it's fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated White Sugar substitute with coconut sugar if desired
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour preferably measured by weight
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract high-quality recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Espresso Powder or brewed espresso as a substitute
  • ½ cup Dark Brown Sugar light brown sugar can be an alternative
  • 2 large Eggs at room temperature
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter softened for easy mixing
For the Coffee Caramel Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract high-quality preferred
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter or coconut oil
  • ¼ cup Honey can substitute with maple syrup
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon optional
  • 1 pinch Salt balances sweetness
For the Coffee Filling
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use good quality
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Espresso Powder or brewed espresso
  • cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • ½ cup Dark Brown Sugar can swap for light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon essential for flavor
For the Coffee Cream Cheese Frosting
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter for richness
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese for creaminess
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar sift for smoothness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract high-quality recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Espresso Powder enhances coffee flavor

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Baking Pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm whole milk, active dry yeast, and granulated white sugar. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a stand mixer, whisk together all-purpose flour, salt, and dark brown sugar thoroughly.
  3. Add the bloomed yeast mixture to the dry ingredients along with eggs and softened unsalted butter. Mix on low speed, then increase to medium and knead for 7-10 minutes until smooth.
  4. Transfer the kneaded dough to a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare the coffee caramel sauce by mixing unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, honey, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until combined. Spread in a greased baking pan.
  6. Combine softened unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract in a bowl for the filling. Mix until smooth and spread on rolled-out dough.
  7. Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 equal rolls. Place swirled side up on the caramel sauce in the prepared pan.
  8. Cover the pan with a towel and let rolls proof for 1 hour until doubled in size. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  9. Bake the rolls for 29-34 minutes until golden brown. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  10. Make the frosting by combining unsalted butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and instant espresso powder. Drizzle over the warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your yeast is fresh for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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