Decadent Ube Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in these decadent Ube Cinnamon Rolls, featuring a vibrant purple hue and a unique, sweet flavor from ube (purple yam). Topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, they’re perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon ube extract
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- ½ cup ube halaya (ube jam)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Add the remaining sugar, melted butter, eggs, ube extract, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
- Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and ube halaya until well combined.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 15×12-inch rectangle.
- Spread the ube filling evenly over the dough.
- Starting from the long edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log.
- Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Cover and let the rolls rise for another 30-45 minutes until doubled.
- Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until creamy.
- Frost and Serve:
- Spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Ube extract and ube halaya can be found in Asian grocery stores or online.
- For a more intense ube flavor, increase the amount of ube extract in the dough.
- These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.