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Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls

Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls: A Cozy Holiday Breakfast Treat

Enjoy the festive delight of Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls, a warm holiday breakfast treat infused with rich molasses and spices.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 3 cups Bread Flour or All Purpose Flour, provides structure and chewiness
  • 2 teaspoons Fleischmann's RapidRise Instant Yeast helps the dough rise quickly
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar adds sweetness and moisture
  • ½ teaspoon Salt enhances overall flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Ginger brings essential gingerbread flavor
  • 1 cup Warm Milk heated to 120-130°F for best results
  • 2 large Eggs use room temperature
  • ¼ cup Butter softened, at room temperature
  • ½ cup Molasses for depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract adds aromatic flavor
Filling
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar for sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon adds warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger for enhanced flavor
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter softened, for easy spreading
  • ¼ cup Molasses adds moisture
Frosting
  • ¼ cup Butter softened, for creamy richness
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened for luscious texture
  • ¼ cup Molasses adds flavor depth
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger to enhance flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon harmonizes with rolls
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar to sweeten and thicken

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • Dough Hook
  • baking dish
  • candy thermometer

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Combine 3 cups of flour, 2 teaspoons of yeast, ½ cup of brown sugar, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 2 teaspoons of ground ginger. Add 1 cup of warm milk, ¼ cup of butter, 2 eggs, ½ cup of molasses, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir until just combined.
Kneading Dough
  1. Gradually add remaining flour, about ½ cup at a time, kneading for 4-5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
Filling Preparation
  1. Blend together ½ cup of brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, ¼ cup of softened unsalted butter, and ¼ cup of molasses until well incorporated.
Rolls Formation
  1. Roll dough into a 12x16 inch rectangle, spread filling, roll tightly, and slice into 12 rolls. Place in a greased baking dish and let rise for about 1 hour.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for about 40 minutes, until golden brown. Cool slightly in pan.
Frosting Preparation
  1. Beat together ¼ cup of softened butter and 8 oz of cream cheese until creamy. Gradually mix in the remaining frosting ingredients until smooth.
Frosting the Rolls
  1. Spread frosting generously over warm rolls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal dough consistency. Monitor the milk temperature accurately to activate yeast without killing it. Frost while the rolls are warm for best results.

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