Description
Brioche Cinnamon Rolls are the epitome of indulgence, combining rich, buttery brioche dough with a warm, sweet filling of cinnamon and brown sugar. These delightful rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any special occasion, captivating everyone with their soft texture and heavenly aroma. Serve them warm or at room temperature, drizzled with a creamy icing for an extra touch of sweetness. Each bite is a comforting experience that will leave your taste buds singing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 recipe Sicilian Brioche dough
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (at room temperature)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the brioche dough according to the Sicilian Brioche recipe, omitting orange zest. Allow it to rise for 3 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a rectangular baking dish with melted butter.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle about 12 x 18 inches. Brush it with melted butter and sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Roll the dough tightly from the long edge and cut it into 12 equal pieces. Place in the prepared baking dish and let rise until touching (about 1 to 1.5 hours).
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For icing, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; mix in powdered sugar and milk until desired consistency is reached.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (70g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Experiment with fillings like nuts or dried fruits for variety. Allow rolls to cool slightly before serving to enhance flavor.