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Coffee Rolls

Coffee Rolls
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Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Coffee Rolls, a perfect treat for coffee enthusiasts. These fluffy cinnamon rolls boast a rich coffee flavor, enhanced by a velvety cream cheese frosting that melts in your mouth. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet dessert, these rolls are sure to impress guests or elevate your quiet morning routine. The innovative tangzhong method ensures each roll is light and airy, making them irresistibly soft. Customize the frosting to your liking or enjoy them plain—the choices are endless. Treat yourself today to this aromatic baked good that pairs beautifully with your favorite cup of coffee.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoon instant yeast
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 4 tablespoon unsalted butter (for dough)
  • 2 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
  • Dark brown sugar and ground cinnamon (for filling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare tangzhong: In a saucepan, whisk together water and flour over medium heat until it forms a paste. Set aside.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: Warm the milk slightly and dissolve instant coffee in it.
  4. Knead dough: Add wet ingredients and tangzhong to dry mixture; knead until smooth.
  5. Incorporate butter: Gradually add softened butter while kneading until fully combined.
  6. Let rise: Shape the dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (about 45–60 minutes).
  7. Prepare filling: Blend softened butter with brown sugar, cinnamon, and coffee granules.
  8. Roll out dough: Roll risen dough into a rectangle; spread filling evenly.
  9. Cut rolls: Slice into strips and roll each one; place in a greased baking pan to rise again.
  10. Bake: Preheat oven to 325°F and bake for 20–23 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Make frosting: Mix cream cheese with remaining butter and powdered sugar; add heavy cream and instant coffee until smooth.
  12. Frost & serve: Spread frosting over cooled rolls.

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