Description
Chai Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate fall indulgence, featuring a soft and fluffy dough enveloped in a spiced brown sugar chai filling. Topped with creamy chai frosting and drizzled with sticky chai caramel sauce, these rolls are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any special occasion. Their delightful aroma and irresistible flavor will impress family and friends at your gatherings. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or chilled for a unique twist, these rolls deliver a comforting taste of autumn in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) whole milk, warmed to about 110 degrees F
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp granulated white sugar
- 4 3/4 cups (593 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated white sugar
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (112 g) unsalted butter, very softened
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) heavy cream
- 2 chai tea bags
- 1/2 cup (112 g) unsalted butter, very softened
- 1 cup (220 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 3/4 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1/3 cup (116 g) honey
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp (84 g) unsalted butter, very softened
- 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup (97 g) powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp ground allspice
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- pinch of cloves
Instructions
- Warm whole milk to 110°F and mix with active dry yeast and granulated sugar until foamy.
- Combine flour and spices in a large bowl. Add eggs, vanilla extract, softened butter, and the yeast mixture; knead until smooth.
- Let the dough rise covered until doubled in size.
- For the filling, steep chai tea bags in heavy cream; mix with butter and brown sugar along with spices.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread filling evenly, roll tightly, and slice into pieces.
- Place rolls over prepared caramel sauce in a baking dish and bake until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Ensure milk is at the right temperature to activate yeast. Let dough rise properly for soft rolls. Customize spices to suit your taste preferences.