First time baking cinnamon rolls ❤️
This is NOT my recipe. I got this recipe from inbloombakery_ on IG (I don’t think she’s on this app). If you like coffee, I think you would love this recipe.
FOR THE DOUGH
▢ 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) whole milk, warmed to about 110 ℉ (43 ℃)
▢ 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
▢ 1 tsp granulated white sugar (to bloom the yeast)
▢ 4 3/4 cups (593 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
▢ 1 1/2 tsp salt
▢ 1 tbsp vanilla extract
▢ 1 1/2 tbsp (6 g) instant espresso powder
▢ 2 tbsp (28 g) dark brown sugar
▢ 2 eggs, whisked
▢ 1/2 cup (112 g) unsalted butter, softened
FOR THE COFFEE CARAMEL SAUCE
▢ 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
▢ 1 tbsp (4 g) instant espresso powder
▢ 1/2 cup (112 g) unsalted butter, very softened
▢ 1 cup (220 g) dark brown sugar, packed
▢ 1/2 tsp cinnamon
▢ 1/3 cup (116 g) honey
▢ 3 tbsp (45 ml) heavy cream
▢ 1/4 tsp salt
FOR THE COFFEE FILLING
▢ 1 tbsp vanilla extract
▢ 2 tbsp (8 g) instant espresso powder
▢ 1/2 cup (112 g) unsalted butter, very softened
▢ 1 cup (220 g) dark brown sugar, packed
▢ 2 tsp cinnamon
▢ 1/4 tsp salt
▢ 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream (for pouring in between the rolls)
FOR THE COFFEE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
▢ 6 tbsp (84 g) unsalted butter, very softened
▢ 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese, cold
▢ 3/4 cup (97 g) powdered sugar
▢ 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
▢ 1 1/2 tsp (2 g) instant espresso powder
Bake at 350 for 29 to 34 min.
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Baking cinnamon rolls for the first time can be a rewarding experience, especially when you add the unique twist of coffee flavors. The use of instant espresso powder not only in the dough but also throughout the caramel sauce, filling, and cream cheese frosting elevates the classic cinnamon roll into a gourmet delight. In my experience, warming the milk to around 110°F (43°C) is crucial to properly bloom the active dry yeast, which ensures a light and fluffy dough. The combination of instant espresso powder with vanilla extract gives the dough a subtle but aromatic coffee note that complements the sweet brown sugar perfectly. The coffee caramel sauce, packed with dark brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, and a hint of salt, creates a luscious layer that seeps into the rolls during baking, imparting moisture and depth of flavor. Pouring heavy cream between the rolls before baking adds tenderness and richness. For the coffee filling, the balance of butter, dark brown sugar, cinnamon, and espresso powder produces a spiced, sweet core that contrasts beautifully with the buttery dough. Topping everything off with a coffee cream cheese frosting made from cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and espresso powder adds a smooth, tangy, and caffeinated finish that ties the whole treat together. From my personal baking journey, I recommend using high-quality unsalted butter for the best flavor and texture. Also, be sure not to overbake; 29 to 34 minutes at 350°F (175°C) strikes the perfect balance to keep the rolls soft and gooey inside. These coffee cinnamon rolls are perfect for a weekend brunch or a cozy coffee afternoon treat. Sharing them fresh from the oven with friends or family is always met with compliments. I also found that adding a sprinkle of extra cinnamon on top of the frosting before serving enhances the aroma and presentation. If you're a coffee lover looking to try something new beyond your regular cinnamon roll recipe, this coffee-infused version is worth the effort. It’s a wonderful way to combine two beloved flavors: cinnamon and coffee, resulting in an indulgent homemade pastry that’s sure to become a favorite.