Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp chai spice blend (cardamom, ginger, cloves)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup icing sugar (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm milk with sugar and sprinkle yeast on top. Let it froth for 5-10 minutes.
- Make Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, melted butter, eggs, and the yeast mixture. Mix until combined.
- Knead Dough: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Let Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Prepare Filling: Mix sugar, cinnamon, and chai spices in a bowl. Roll out dough into a rectangle and spread softened butter over it.
- Add Filling: Sprinkle the filling evenly over the buttered dough. Roll tightly into a log and slice into even pieces.
- Bake: Arrange sliced rolls in a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Drizzle Icing: Whisk icing sugar with water or milk until smooth and drizzle over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For a dairy-free option, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk. Add nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.