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Tres Leches Cinnamon Rolls

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Indulge in these rich and moist Tres Leches Cinnamon Rolls, combining classic cinnamon swirls soaked in a luscious three-milk mixture for a decadent dessert experience.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: whipped cream or fresh fruit, for topping

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, melted butter, salt, and egg. Stir in the yeast mixture.
  3. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  5. While the dough rises, prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside the softened butter.
  6. Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 16×12-inch rectangle.
  7. Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
  8. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log and cut into 12 equal rolls.
  9. Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  11. While baking, combine evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and vanilla in a bowl to make the tres leches mixture.
  12. When rolls are out of the oven, immediately poke holes on the top using a fork or skewer and pour the tres leches mixture evenly over them.
  13. Let the rolls soak for at least 30 minutes to absorb the milks before serving.
  14. Optional: Top with whipped cream and fresh fruit for garnish before serving.

Notes

For extra indulgence, serve the rolls slightly warm with a dollop of whipped cream or fresh berries on top.

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