These chai-spiced cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and infused with warm spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger. Perfectly sweet and aromatic, they make a delightful breakfast or dessert.
Dough:
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
¾ cup warm milk
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 egg
½ tsp salt
Filling:
½ cup brown sugar
2 tbsp cinnamon
1 tsp cardamom
½ tsp ginger
½ tsp nutmeg
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
Prepare the dough: In a bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
Add melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Knead until a soft dough forms. Let rise for 1 hour.
Make the filling: Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and nutmeg.
Roll out the dough, spread softened butter, and sprinkle the filling mixture.
Roll up the dough, cut into rolls, and place in a greased baking dish. Let rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Prepare the glaze: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over warm rolls.
For a richer flavor, add a pinch of black pepper to the filling.
Swap milk for a dairy-free alternative if needed.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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