Embark on a sumptuous journey with our masterful cinnamon rolls, enriched with the luscious tang of cream cheese frosting. These rolls start with a unique tangzhong technique, ensuring each spiral is pillowy soft and tender. The rich filling, bursting with cinnamon, subtle chocolate, and a caramel undertone from browned butter, complements the fluffy dough exquisitely. Topped with a silky cream cheese frosting, each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, promising an indulgent experience.
Why You’ll Love This: Our cinnamon rolls are a labor of love, crafted with attention to texture and flavor. The tangzhong method enhances the softness, making the dough exceptionally airy and light, which contrasts delightfully with the deep, rich flavors of the filling. The cream cheese frosting adds a creamy finish that melts in your mouth, elevating this classic treat into a gourmet experience. This recipe is not just about taste; it’s about creating memories around the warmth of baking.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for a cozy weekend breakfast, a festive brunch, or as a heartwarming treat during the holiday seasons, these cinnamon rolls bring cheer to any table. They’re also perfect for special occasions like birthdays and family gatherings, where you can impress your guests with your baking prowess and offer them a slice of comfort.
Decoration Tips: For an extra touch of elegance, sprinkle lightly toasted, chopped pecans or walnuts on top of the frosting for a nutty crunch. You could also drizzle a bit of caramel sauce for a glossy, inviting finish, or dust with powdered sugar for a snowy effect. Serve each roll on a delicate doily or colorful napkin to enhance the festive mood.
Tangzhong:
- Combine 50g of flour with 225g of milk over low heat in a saucepan. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens. Transfer this mixture to a mixing bowl.
Dough:
- To the tangzhong in the mixing bowl, add 170g of cold milk, two whole eggs, and one egg yolk, blending well.
- Incorporate 550g of flour, 60g of sugar, 5g of cinnamon, 11g of yeast, and 5g of salt into the mixture.
- Knead the dough on a medium speed for 10 minutes.
- Add 100g of room-temperature butter and continue to knead for another 10 minutes.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 40-60 minutes until doubled in size.
Filling:
- Melt 100g of butter over low heat until it starts to brown and bubble. Remove from heat and mix in 220g of brown sugar, 3 tablespoons of cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of chocolate powder, and a pinch of salt, along with 30g of milk or cream.
Assembly:
- Roll out the risen dough and spread the cinnamon filling evenly over it.
- Roll up the dough tightly and slice into pieces.
- Place the pieces in a buttered baking dish and allow to rise again in a warm place for 20-40 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C for 25-30 minutes.
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Blend 200g of cream cheese with 130g of powdered sugar, 30g of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until smooth.
Final Touch:
- Once the rolls are baked, spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls.
Enjoy these heavenly cinnamon rolls, a treat that promises not only to satisfy your sweet tooth but also to become a cherished part of your baking repertoire!
