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Ube Cinnamon Rolls

Mouthwatering Ube Cinnamon Rolls to Brighten Your Day

These Ube Cinnamon Rolls combine classic flavors with nutty ube for a delightful twist on a favorite dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 10 rolls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Milk at 120°F
  • teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • ½ cup Salted Butter softened
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Ube Extract varies by brand
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 3-4 cups All-Purpose Flour start with 3 cups
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Ube Halaya/Jam or smooth, sweetened mashed ube
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar optional
  • 2 teaspoons Saigon Cinnamon Powder
For the Soaking and Frosting
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream optional
  • 2 cups Confectioners’ Sugar
  • ¼ cup Butter softened
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ½ teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ube Cinnamon Rolls
  1. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yeast mixture, eggs, softened butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Gradually stir in flour until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Transfer the shaggy dough onto a floured surface and knead for 10-12 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let it rise in a greased bowl for 1.5 hours.
  4. After the dough has risen, punch it down gently and roll it into a 20x10 inches rectangle.
  5. Spread ube halaya evenly over the dough. Sprinkle brown sugar and Saigon cinnamon on top.
  6. Starting from one end, tightly roll the dough into a log shape and slice it into 10-12 equal pieces.
  7. Place the sliced rolls in a greased baking pan and let them rise for 30-60 minutes.
  8. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Pour warm heavy cream over the risen rolls before baking.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 180-190°F.
  10. For frosting, blend softened cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually mix in confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  11. Spread the cream cheese frosting over warm rolls before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze individually wrapped for up to 1 month.

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