Soft & Gooey Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls
Enjoy the delightful flavors of Soft & Gooey Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls, perfect for cozy winter mornings.
Prep Time: 1 hour hour
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Second Rise: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour 55 minutes minutes
Course: Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine: Baking
Keyword: cinnamon rolls, Dessert, gingerbread rolls, gooey rolls, holiday baking, soft rolls
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 300kcal
Large bowl
Baking dish
oven
Floured surface
For the Dough
- 4 cups all-purpose flour a key ingredient for a fluffy texture.
- 1 packet active dry yeast this helps the dough rise beautifully.
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed warm milk activates the yeast for better results.
- ½ cup brown sugar adds a rich sweetness that complements the spices.
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (divided) provides moisture and a lovely flavor.
- 2 tsp ground ginger infuses the rolls with that warm, spicy kick.
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon for that classic cinnamon roll essence.
- 1 tsp salt balances the sweetness and enhances flavors.
For the Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar for a sweet, creamy icing that tops off the rolls perfectly.
- little milk mix with powdered sugar to reach your desired icing consistency.
Directions
In a large bowl, mix the warm milk, brown sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit until foamy—this should take about 5 minutes.
Add half of the melted butter, ground ginger, cinnamon, salt, and all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined, then knead on a floured surface until smooth, roughly 5 minutes.
Place your kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface. Spread the remaining melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
Starting from one edge, roll the dough up tightly into a log. Slice into equal pieces to form your rolls and place them in a greased baking dish.
Cover the dish again and let those rolls rise for another 30 minutes. While you wait, preheat your oven to 350°F.
Bake the rolls for about 25 minutes or until they become a beautiful golden brown.
Lastly, mix the powdered sugar with a little milk until you achieve your desired icing consistency. Drizzle it over the rolls once they've cooled slightly.
For a fluffier texture, knead the dough until it's smooth and elastic, which usually takes about five minutes on a floured surface. Remember to give your dough ample time to rise; a warm environment is key to achieving that perfect double in size.
Serving: 1roll | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 8mg