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Chai Cinnamon Rolls

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Delight in these soft, aromatic Chai Cinnamon Rolls infused with warm chai spices, perfect for a cozy breakfast or sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp chai spice mix (ground cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, and black pepper)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tbsp milk (for glaze)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine sugar, melted butter, salt, and eggs. Mix well.
  3. Add the yeast mixture to the large bowl and stir to combine.
  4. Gradually add flour and chai spice mix, stirring until a dough forms.
  5. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  7. Roll the dough out into a 16×12 inch rectangle.
  8. Spread softened butter evenly over the dough surface.
  9. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle evenly over the buttered dough.
  10. Roll up the dough tightly from the long side and cut into 12 equal rolls.
  11. Place rolls into a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  12. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  13. While baking, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make glaze.
  14. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

For an extra touch, sprinkle chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts over the filling before rolling.

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