Fluffy Festive Eggnog Cinnamon Rolls That Steal the Show
Indulge in these Festive Eggnog Cinnamon Rolls that combine comfort and seasonal cheer for a perfect holiday treat.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- small bowl
- Whisk
- floured surface
- Baking dish
- Oven
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Use high-quality flour like King Arthur for best results.
- 2 tablespoons Instant Yeast Can substitute with active dry yeast if needed.
- 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Pack for optimal flavor.
- 0.25 teaspoons Kosher Salt Enhances flavor.
- 0.75 cups Eggnog Fresh eggnog is preferred.
- 3 large Eggs Let come to room temperature.
- 1 cup Salted Butter Ensure it’s softened for easy spreading.
Filling Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon Using freshly ground cinnamon will boost flavor intensity.
- 0.5 cups White Chocolate Chips Chop them into smaller pieces for even spread.
Frosting Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Powdered Sugar Sifting before measuring helps avoid lumps.
- 3 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Enhances the flavor.
Instructions
Making the Rolls
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, instant yeast, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, and kosher salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggnog, large eggs, vanilla extract, and softened butter until smooth.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry until a shaggy dough forms. Cover and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- In a small bowl, blend 1/2 cup of brown sugar and the ground cinnamon.
- On a floured surface, roll the risen dough into a rectangle measuring approximately 10x16 inches.
- Spread softened butter over the surface, then sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture and chopped white chocolate chips.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice it into 12-15 equal pieces.
- Place the sliced rolls cut-side up into a greased baking dish and let rise until puffy, about 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and bake the rolls until golden brown, approximately 25-30 minutes.
- Melt the remaining white chocolate with some eggnog over low heat until smooth. Whisk in vanilla extract and sifted powdered sugar until creamy.
- Frost the warm rolls with the eggnog glaze and serve immediately.
Notes
Drizzle with additional melted white chocolate for extra decadence!