Description
Indulge in these delightful Coffee Rolls, ideal for coffee enthusiasts and sweet treat lovers alike. With a fluffy texture and infused with rich coffee flavor, they make an exquisite addition to any breakfast or dessert spread. Each roll is generously topped with creamy frosting, combining the warmth of cinnamon and the boldness of coffee for a truly decadent experience. Perfect for brunch gatherings or as a cozy afternoon snack, these coffee rolls are not only easy to make but also customizable with nuts or dried fruits for added flavor. Impress your guests and elevate your coffee moments with this irresistible recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup water
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoon instant yeast
- ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ cup whole milk (slightly warmed)
- 1 tsp instant coffee granules
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Tangzhong (from recipe above)
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ⅔ cup dark brown sugar (or light brown sugar)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 ½ tsp instant coffee granules
- 2 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 tbsp heavy cream
- ¾ tsp instant coffee granules
Instructions
- Prepare the tangzhong by whisking together water and flour in a saucepan over medium heat until it forms a paste-like consistency.
- In a stand mixer bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt.
- Warm the milk slightly and dissolve instant coffee in it before adding it along with the egg, vanilla extract, and tangzhong to the dry mixture.
- Knead the dough on low speed while gradually incorporating softened butter until smooth and elastic.
- Allow the dough to rise until doubled in size in a warm area.
- Prepare the filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and instant coffee.
- Roll out the dough, spread the filling evenly, cut into strips, shape into rolls, and let rise again before baking.
- Bake until golden brown and cool on a wire rack before frosting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 307
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 34mg