Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Chai Cinnamon Rolls, a delightful treat that blends rich spices into a soft and fluffy dough. Perfect for cozy mornings or festive gatherings, these rolls are filled with a luscious brown sugar chai filling and topped with creamy chai frosting that adds an extra layer of sweetness. Easy to make, even for beginners, this recipe promises to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven with a cup of coffee or tea, or savor them as a delicious dessert. Get ready to experience an irresistible blend of flavors that will elevate any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 eggs, whisked
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, very softened
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 2 chai tea bags
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, very softened (for filling)
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed (for filling)
- 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 honey (for filling)
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
- 1/4 tsp salt (for filling)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, very softened (for frosting)
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed (for frosting)
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon (for frosting)
- 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger (for frosting)
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice (for frosting)
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (for frosting)
- 1 tsp ground cardamom (for frosting)
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves (for frosting)
- 1/4 tsp salt (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (for pouring in between the rolls)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, very softened (for frosting)
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for frosting)
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger (for frosting)
- 1/8 tsp ground allspice (for frosting)
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg (for frosting)
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom (for frosting)
- pinch of cloves (for frosting)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, spices, salt, eggs, vanilla extract, and softened butter; mix until well combined.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl and let rise for 60–90 minutes until doubled in size.
- Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar and spices in a bowl.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle and spread softened butter evenly over it.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture over the dough and roll tightly into a log shape.
- Cut the log into equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Cover rolls with cloth and let rise again for one hour until puffy.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, spices, and softened butter until smooth.
- Allow rolls to cool slightly before frosting generously.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg