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Soft Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 12 rolls
Calories 350
Delight in these soft, spiced cinnamon rolls with a rich gingerbread twist, perfect for cozy mornings or special occasions.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed to about 100°F (38°C)
  • 6 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
  • 1 tablespoon active dry or instant yeast
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 4 cups bread flour (spooned & leveled), plus more as needed
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsulphured or dark molasses (do not use blackstrap)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

Filling

  • 4 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened (to room temperature)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (to room temperature)
  • 2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions 

  • Mix warm milk, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and yeast; let sit until foamy (~5 min).
  • Add remaining brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, salt, ginger, nutmeg, and 1 cup flour; beat 1 min. Add 3 cups flour; knead until soft, tacky, and passes windowpane test.
  • Let dough rise in a greased bowl, covered, for 2 hours or until doubled.
  • Roll dough into a 10×16-inch rectangle; spread butter-molasses mixture, sprinkle spice-sugar, then roll tightly and cut into 12 rolls.
  • Arrange rolls in prepared pan, cover, and let rise until doubled (~1 hour). Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 25–28 min, tenting with foil after 15 min.
  • Make icing by beating cream cheese, butter, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon; spread over warm rolls and serve.

Notes

For best results, ensure dough is properly kneaded and rises in a warm environment.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked goods, Cinnamon, gingerbread