Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of spiced cinnamon and rich Biscoff cookie butter with these soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat, this recipe guides you through making tender, flavorful rolls bursting with a luscious Biscoff filling and finished with a luscious glaze.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup Biscoff cookie butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate yeast: Warm the milk until lukewarm (105-115°F/40-46°C). Stir in a teaspoon of granulated sugar and sprinkle the active dry yeast on top. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy to ensure the yeast is active.
- Mix dough: Add the remaining granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix gently, then gradually add flour one cup at a time, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead dough: Knead the dough on medium-low speed for 5-7 minutes or by hand for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Lightly grease a large bowl, place the dough inside, turning it once to coat. Cover tightly and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Prepare filling: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, Biscoff cookie butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, mixing into a smooth spreadable paste.
- Roll dough: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12×18 inch rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread filling: Evenly spread the Biscoff filling over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border along one long edge.
- Form rolls: Starting at the opposite long edge, tightly roll the dough log and pinch the seam closed along the border. Slice into 12 equal 1.5-inch pieces.
- Second rise: Arrange rolls in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish with space in between. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
- Bake rolls: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake rolls uncovered for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Prepare frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then beat on medium speed until fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Frost rolls: Spread cream cheese frosting generously over warm rolls right out of the oven or after they cool for 10 minutes.
Notes
- Milk temperature is essential; too hot can kill the yeast.
- Kneading can be done by mixer or by hand depending on preference.
- Ensure dough rises in a warm draft-free environment for best results.
- Let rolls rest a bit before frosting if you prefer a less melty spread.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Biscoff cinnamon rolls, cookie butter cinnamon rolls, cream cheese frosting, breakfast pastries, homemade cinnamon rolls
