Ube Cinnamon Rolls from Scratch
Indulge in the vibrant and fluffy Ube Cinnamon Rolls from Scratch that are sure to impress your family and friends! These delightful rolls feature a beautiful purple hue from ube, complemented by a sweet cinnamon filling. Perfect for brunch, dessert tables, or as an afternoon snack, these rolls are not only visually stunning but also irresistibly delicious. With a creamy frosting on top, they elevate any occasion, making them a must-try recipe. Plus, they can be prepared ahead of time for your special gatherings!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Total Time: 53 minutes
- Yield: Serves 9 rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup warm milk
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp ube extract
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 3¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 package instant dry yeast
- ⅓ cup ube halaya jam
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup confectioners' sugar
Instructions
- Warm the milk slightly and mix with yeast in a stand mixer bowl; let sit for a few minutes.
- Add egg, softened butter, and sugar; mix well.
- Incorporate salt and flour, then knead with a dough hook until slightly sticky (5–7 minutes).
- Transfer to an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes until doubled.
- Prepare the filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and ube halaya jam until smooth.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle (15×12 inches), spread the filling evenly, and roll tightly into a log.
- Cut into nine equal pieces and place in a greased baking pan; allow to rise again for another 30 minutes.
- Pour heavy cream over the rolls before baking at 350°F for about 21–23 minutes.
- Prepare cream cheese frosting while baking: blend softened butter and cream cheese with vanilla extract and confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
- Frost warm rolls after cooling slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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