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Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls

Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls: Your New Favorite Holiday Treat

Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls combine festive flavors in an irresistible holiday treat that everyone will love.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 11 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Help achieve the perfect fluffy texture.
  • 2 teaspoons Fast-Dry Yeast Ensure it's fresh for the best rise.
  • 2 tablespoons White Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness to the dough.
  • 1 cup Milk Warm it up for better yeast activation.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Enhances richness and flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon Must-have for traditional flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Elevates gingerbread essence.
  • 1 teaspoon Mixed Spice Blend of spices for added warmth.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Adds rich aromatic qualities.
  • 1 cup Crushed Gingerbread Biscuits Adjust quantity based on preference.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Icing Sugar Used for sweet, creamy topping.
  • 2 tablespoons Mini Gingerbread Men Whimsical topping for the rolls.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Standing mixer
  • Dough hook
  • baking tray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm 1 cup of milk until lukewarm, then sprinkle 2 teaspoons of fast-dry yeast and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar over it. Let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, 3 cups of flour, and ½ teaspoon of salt; mix until just combined.
  3. Transfer to a standing mixer fitted with a dough hook, kneading on low while gradually adding the remaining flour until the dough pulls away from the sides.
  4. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and place it in a warm area. Let rise for approximately 30 minutes or until it nearly doubles in size.
  5. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). This ensures your oven is hot for the rolls.
  6. Flour your work surface and roll the risen dough into a rectangle about 1-2 cm thick. Prepare the filling by mixing 4 tablespoons of softened butter, 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1 teaspoon of mixed spice, and ½ teaspoon of ground nutmeg until smooth and creamy.
  7. Spread the filling over the rolled dough, sprinkle 1 cup of crushed gingerbread biscuits on top, roll the dough tightly from one end to the other, and slice into approximately 11 even pieces.
  8. Place the rolls into a greased baking tray and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
  9. Prepare the frosting by mixing 1 cup of icing sugar with 2 tablespoons of softened butter and 2-3 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Drizzle frosting over the warm rolls and top each roll with a mini gingerbread man.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience. Reheat in the microwave if needed.

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