Here's the recipe for our deliciously unique Coffee Cinnamon Rolls that combine traditional flavors with our upcycled ingredients:
Key Takeaways: Making Coffee Cinnamon Rolls with Upcycled Flour
- GroundUp's recipe combines traditional cinnamon roll ingredients with sustainable upcycled flour products.
- The addition of coffee flour adds a unique flavor profile and extra nutrients to these breakfast treats.
- This recipe creates soft, fluffy rolls by using a mix of all-purpose and specialty flours.
- The cream cheese glaze perfectly complements the coffee and cinnamon flavors.
- These cinnamon rolls offer a sustainable twist on a classic breakfast favorite.
Essential Ingredients for Coffee-Infused Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze
For the Dough:
- 2 cups warm milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 packet dry yeast
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup 100% Brewer's Barley Saved Grain Flour
- 1/2 cup Gluten-free coffee flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp salt
For the Filling:
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2/4 cup softened butter
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 oz softened cream cheese
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Step-by-Step Instructions for Perfect Coffee Cinnamon Rolls
- Make the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the warm milk, sugar, and melted butter. Ensure the mixture is just warm, between 100-110˚F (37-43˚C). Sprinkle the yeast evenly over the milk mixture, stir, and let it sit in a warm place for about 10 minutes until the yeast has bloomed.
- Add 4 cups (500 g) of flour to the milk mixture and stir until just combined. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, until nearly doubled in size.
- Generously butter 2 9-inch (23 cm) round baking pans and set aside.
- Make the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, softened butter, and ground cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
- Remove the plastic wrap from the dough and add the remaining cup of flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well and turn out onto a clean surface. Knead the dough for at least 10 minutes, adding more flour as necessary, until smooth and springy.
- Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, about 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick. Spread the filling evenly over the dough.
- Starting from one short end, roll up the dough into a log and pinch the seam closed. Trim any uneven ends.
- Using unflavored dental floss, cut the log into evenly sized pieces, about 1 1/2 inches (8 cm) thick. Place the cinnamon rolls in the prepared pans, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place for 35-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C). Bake the cinnamon rolls for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.
- While the cinnamon rolls are baking, make the cream cheese glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and whisk until smooth and runny.
- When the cinnamon rolls are finished baking, let them cool for about 10 minutes.
- Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls and spread using the back of a spoon if desired.
- Enjoy the delicious Coffee Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze as a delightful treat for breakfast or dessert! Check out our other recipes or learn more baking tips.