Description
Indulge in the warmth of fall with these Homemade Pumpkin Chai Cinnamon Rolls. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these delightful rolls are filled with savory pumpkin and aromatic chai spices. Topped with a luscious chai cream cheese glaze, they offer a cozy comfort that will brighten any chilly day. With straightforward steps and accessible ingredients, even beginner bakers can create this show-stopping treat in just over an hour. Bring the essence of autumn to your table and share these sweet rolls with friends and family for an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 black tea bags (or chai tea)
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 4 cups organic all-purpose flour
- 2 cups artisan bread flour
- 1 packet rapid rise yeast
- 1–2 teaspoons pumpkin spice blend
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1/2 cup organic brown sugar + 1 tablespoon
- 1 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (room temperature)
- 1 cup organic pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled until warm
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup organic brown sugar (for filling)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon Dessert Lover Blend
- 3 cups organic powdered sugar, sifted
- 4 oz. organic cream cheese, softened
- 3–4 tablespoons cooled chai tea mixture
Instructions
- Heat almond milk until warm; steep tea bags for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl or stand mixer, combine flours, yeast, pumpkin spice, salt, and brown sugar.
- Mix in warm almond milk and water until combined; knead until smooth.
- Let dough rise for 30 minutes in a greased bowl.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle; spread softened butter on top.
- Mix brown sugar and Dessert Lover Blend; sprinkle over buttered dough.
- Roll tightly into a log shape and cut into pieces.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; let rise for 15 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar and cream cheese with cooled chai tea until smooth; drizzle over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg