Decadent Chai Cinnamon Rolls That Will Warm Your Soul
These Decadent Chai Cinnamon Rolls are a comforting treat filled with aromatic spices, topped with a creamy glaze—perfect for chilly mornings.
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 400kcal
Equipment
- Stand mixer
- Baking Dish
- Rolling Pin
- Whisk
- small bowl
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 4 cups All-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free rolls
- 2 tsp Instant yeast Active dry yeast can be used
- 1 cup Warm milk 110°F; plant-based milk for dairy-free
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, melted Plant-based butter for vegan
- 2 large Eggs Flax eggs for vegan
For the Filling
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp Chai spice blend Store-bought blends are acceptable
For the Glaze
- 4 oz Cream cheese Use vegan cream cheese for dairy-free
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Heavy cream Optional for glaze consistency
Instructions
Directions
- Warm the milk to about 110°F, then mix it with granulated sugar and instant yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Whisk in melted butter and eggs until combined, creating a rich base for the dough.
- In a stand mixer, combine the warm mixture with all-purpose flour. Knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Mix brown sugar and chai spice blend in a small bowl for the filling.
- Roll out the dough into a 16×12 inch rectangle. Spread softened butter and sprinkle the sugar-spice mixture.
- Roll tightly from the long edge into a log and slice into 9–12 rolls.
- Place sliced rolls in a greased dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 22–27 minutes until golden brown.
- Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and additional spices. Add heavy cream if needed.
- Spread the glaze over warm rolls right after baking.
Notes
Optional: Sprinkle with chopped pecans for added crunch and flavor.