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Homemade Pumpkin Chai Cinnamon Rolls

Homemade Pumpkin Chai Cinnamon Rolls

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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Homemade Pumpkin Chai Cinnamon Rolls, a delightful treat that combines the richness of pumpkin with aromatic chai spices. These rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet dessert any time of year. Topped with a creamy chai glaze, they are soft and fluffy, making them an irresistible addition to your table. Whether shared during family gatherings or enjoyed solo with a cup of coffee, these cinnamon rolls bring joy and warmth to every occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup Almond milk, unsweetened
  • 2 black tea bags (or chai tea bag)
  • 2 Tbsps pure maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp chai spice blend
  • 4 cups organic All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Artisan Bread flour
  • 1 packet Rapid Rise Yeast
  • 12 tsps pumpkin spice blend
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 cup WARM water
  • 1/2 cup organic brown sugar + 1 Tbsp
  • 1 1/4 cup Almond milk, unsweetened + at room temp.
  • 1 cup organic pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs, room temp.
  • 6 Tbsps unsalted butter, melted + cooled until warm
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup organic brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened at room temp.
  • 1 Tbsp Dessert Lover Blend
  • 3 cups organic powdered sugar, sifted
  • 4 oz. organic cream cheese, softened at room temp.
  • 34 Tbsps cooled Chai tea mixture

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough by mixing warm water and yeast until frothy. Combine almond milk, maple syrup, pumpkin puree, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla in another bowl.
  2. In a third bowl, combine both types of flour with sea salt and chai spice blend. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until combined.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let it rise in a greased bowl for about one hour.
  4. While rising, prepare the filling by mixing softened butter with brown sugar and dessert lover blend.
  5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread the filling evenly over it. Sprinkle with pumpkin spice blend.
  6. Roll tightly into a log and cut into 12 equal sections. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let rise again for 30 minutes while preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Bake rolls for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Prepare the glaze by whisking cream cheese and powdered sugar together; gradually add cooled chai tea mixture to desired consistency.
  9. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls before serving.

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