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Ultimate Chai Cinnamon Rolls: A Decadent Fall Treat

Chai Cinnamon Rolls
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Ingredients

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For the dough:

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¾ cup warm milk

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 egg

For the filling:

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon

  • 1 tsp ground chai spice (or ½ tsp cinnamon + ½ tsp cardamom)

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

For the glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 2–3 tbsp milk

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Stir until a dough forms.

  • Knead the dough for about 5–7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.

  • Roll the dough into a rectangle (about ¼ inch thick). Spread the softened butter over it.

  • Mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and chai spice, then sprinkle over the dough.

  • Roll the dough tightly and cut into 9–12 rolls.

  • Place rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise another 30 minutes.

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden.

  • Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm rolls.

Notes

  • Warm your milk slightly — not too hot, or it might kill the yeast.

  • Use a sharp knife or dental floss to cut the rolls neatly!

  • Want a stronger chai flavor? Add a pinch of ground ginger or cloves.

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