Description
Delight your mornings with these irresistibly soft and flavorful Coffee Cinnamon Rolls. Infused with rich coffee granules and a warm cinnamon-sugar filling, these homemade rolls are topped with a smooth vanilla glaze that’s perfect for a cozy breakfast or sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- ¼ cup melted butter
Filling
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp instant coffee granules
- ½ cup brown sugar
- Softened butter (amount not specified, approximately ¼ cup)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Milk, enough to achieve drizzling consistency (about 2-4 tbsp)
Instructions
- Warm the Milk and Mix Dough: Warm the milk until hot but not boiling (around 110°F). In a large bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, salt, and yeast. Add the warm milk and melted butter, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead and First Rise: Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Prepare the Filling and Roll Dough: In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and instant coffee granules. Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle. Spread softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-coffee sugar mixture on top.
- Form Rolls: Carefully roll up the dough tightly from one edge into a log shape. Slice the log into approximately 12 even rolls. Place the cut-side up in a greased baking dish.
- Second Rise and Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Let the rolls rise again for 30 minutes while the oven warms up. Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Make and Apply Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until the glaze reaches a drizzling consistency. Drizzle over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving to add a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast correctly without killing it.
- Kneading the dough well develops gluten, which helps create soft, chewy rolls.
- You can adjust the coffee granules amount to make the coffee flavor milder or stronger based on preference.
- For softer rolls, cover them with a clean towel during the second rise to prevent drying out.
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, use less milk; for a thinner glaze, add more milk gradually.
- These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or oven before serving to restore softness.
