Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls
These warm and cozy Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls combine the delightful spices of ginger and cinnamon, making them the perfect holiday indulgence or a cozy weekend breakfast.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 5 cups bread flour or all-purpose flour
- 2 packets Fleischmann’s RapidRise instant yeast
- ¼ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 6 tablespoons butter (softened)
- ¼ cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 stick butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons molasses
For the Frosting
- 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
- 6 oz. cream cheese (softened)
- 1 ½ tablespoons molasses
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by ensuring your workspace is clean and organized.
- Gather all your ingredients and tools—mixing bowls, measuring cups, rolling pin, and baking dish.
Making the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and brown sugar. Allow it to bloom for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Incorporate the eggs, softened butter, molasses, and vanilla extract. Mix until blended well.
Adding Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and ground ginger.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough begins to form.
Kneading the Dough
- Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- Adjust the flour if the dough is too sticky.
Letting the Dough Rise
- Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours or until it has doubled in size.
Preparing the Filling
- In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, ground ginger, and softened butter until it forms a paste-like consistency.
Rolling Out the Dough
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down to remove air bubbles.
- Roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
Spreading the Filling
- Evenly spread the filling mixture over the rolled-out dough, making sure to get to the edges.
Rolling and Slicing
- Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log.
- Slice it into 12-15 equal pieces.
Second Rise and Bake
- Place the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) during this time.
- Once risen, bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Making the Frosting
- Prepare the frosting by combining softened cream cheese, butter, molasses, ground ginger, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl.
- Beat until smooth and creamy.
Frosting and Serving
- Once the rolls are baked, allow them to cool slightly before smothering them in the luscious frosting.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Store cooled rolls in an airtight container. Best eaten within 2 days at room temperature or refrigerated for up to a week.