Description
Delight in these homemade Coffee Cinnamon Rolls, perfectly combining rich coffee flavors with classic cinnamon and brown sugar. Soft, fluffy rolls are filled with a cinnamon-coffee mixture and topped with a sweet coffee glaze, making them an irresistible breakfast treat or brunch centerpiece.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 1/4 cup brewed coffee (strong)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons brewed coffee
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, granulated sugar, yeast, and salt. Stir in the warm milk, brewed coffee, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until combined. Gradually add the remaining flour until a soft dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Make the filling and shape the rolls: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and instant coffee granules. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a 16×12 inch rectangle. Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the filling mixture on top. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log. Slice the log into 12 equal rolls and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30–40 minutes.
- Bake the rolls: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the glaze: While the rolls bake, whisk together powdered sugar, brewed coffee, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Once the rolls are out of the oven and still warm, drizzle the glaze over the top before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, substitute espresso powder for instant coffee in the filling.
- These rolls can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking for convenience.
- If you prefer a less sweet glaze, reduce the powdered sugar quantity slightly.
- Ensure the milk and coffee used for the dough are warm, not hot, to prevent killing the yeast.
