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Chai Cinnamon Rolls

Warm and Gooey Chai Cinnamon Rolls for Cozy Mornings

Warm and gooey chai cinnamon rolls with spiced filling, perfect for cozy mornings.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or almond milk for dairy-free
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons Active Dry Yeast ensure freshness for activation
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar coconut sugar for deeper flavor
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour or bread flour for chewier rolls
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Allspice
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon Cloves
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract pure for best taste
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter or vegan butter for dairy-free
For the Chai Caramel Sauce
  • ¾ cup Heavy Cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • ½ cup Honey or maple syrup
For the Chai Filling
  • ½ cup Softened Butter at room temperature
  • ¾ cup Brown Sugar light or dark brown
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Chai Spices for pronounced flavor
For the Chai Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar or sugar substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Spices to match the rolls

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • small saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Bloom Yeast - Combine milk, yeast, and sugar in a bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Step 2: Prepare Dough - Mix dry ingredients, add eggs, vanilla, and butter. Combine with yeast mixture and knead for 7-10 minutes.
  3. Step 3: First Rise - Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours.
  4. Step 4: Make Chai Caramel Sauce - Heat cream and steep tea bags for 10 minutes. Remove bags and add butter, sugar, cinnamon, and honey.
  5. Step 5: Make Chai Filling - Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and additional spices until creamy.
  6. Step 6: Assemble Rolls - Roll dough, spread filling, and cut into 12 rolls. Place in caramel-covered dish.
  7. Step 7: Second Rise - Cover assembled rolls and let rise for another hour.
  8. Step 8: Preheat Oven - About 15 minutes before baking, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  9. Step 9: Bake Rolls - Bake for 29-32 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Step 10: Prepare Frosting - Beat cream cheese and butter, mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, and spices.
  11. Step 11: Finish & Serve - Drizzle frosting over cooled rolls and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 190mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These chai cinnamon rolls are perfect for brunch or as an afternoon snack, served warm with frosting.

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