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Ube Cinnamon Rolls

Savory-Sweet Ube Cinnamon Rolls to Elevate Your Dessert Game

Try these soft and fluffy Ube Cinnamon Rolls, a delightful twist on a traditional favorite with a vibrant purple hue.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 53 minutes
Servings: 9 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup warm milk Use whole or alternative milk
  • 1 large egg Room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon ube extract Natural ube recommended
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Softened
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Measure accurately
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Can reduce if desired
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons instant dry yeast Check freshness
Filling
  • 1/2 cup ube halaya jam Found at Asian markets
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Adjust for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Adjust to taste
Baking
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream For soaking before baking
Frosting
  • 4 ounces cream cheese Full-fat preferred
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Softened
  • 1 cup confectioners sugar Adjust for desired sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure extract recommended

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Warm 1 cup of milk until steaming, add yeast and stir gently.
  2. Combine warm milk, 1 egg, 1/4 cup softened butter, 1/4 cup sugar, and 3 cups flour in a bowl; mix to form a sticky dough.
  3. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Proofing
  1. Place dough in oiled bowl, cover with towel, and let rise for 30 minutes or until doubled.
Filling Preparation
  1. Mix 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup ube jam, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon cinnamon until smooth.
Rolling
  1. Flatten dough to rectangle, spread ube filling evenly, leaving a border.
Cutting Rolls
  1. Roll dough into a log, pinch edges to seal, and cut into 9 equal pieces.
  2. Place rolls in greased baking pan and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour 1/2 cup heavy cream over risen rolls.
  2. Bake for 21-23 minutes until golden brown.
Frosting Preparation
  1. Beat together cream cheese and butter, gradually add sugar and vanilla.
Serving
  1. Spread frosting over warm rolls and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure to measure flour accurately and find a warm spot for rising dough to achieve the best results.

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