Description
Sweet, pillowy ube cinnamon rolls blend Filipino purple yam magic with classic American breakfast comfort. Rich purple swirls and creamy glaze promise a delightful morning treat you’ll savor with pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups (480 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) warm milk
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (7 grams) active dry yeast
Filling and Sweeteners:
- 1 1/2 cups (330 grams) brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons (15 grams) cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ube extract
- 3 tablespoons Trader Joe’s ube spread
Fats and Cream Cheese:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Craft a silky, elastic dough by blending all ingredients until a cohesive, smooth texture forms.
- Vigorously knead the dough on a floured surface for 7-8 minutes, developing gluten and creating elasticity.
- Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and allow to rest in a warm environment for approximately 60 minutes until volume doubles.
- Prepare the aromatic filling by combining rich butter, sweet cinnamon, and granulated sugar into a harmonious mixture.
- Gently roll the risen dough into a precise rectangular shape, ensuring uniform thickness across the surface.
- Generously spread softened butter across the dough’s surface, then evenly distribute the cinnamon-sugar blend.
- Carefully roll the dough from the longer edge, creating a tight cylindrical shape, then slice into consistent 1.5-inch segments.
- Arrange the rolled pieces in a lightly greased 9×13 inch baking dish, allowing slight spacing between each roll.
- Cover the dish and permit a second rising period of 35-40 minutes in a draft-free location.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and bake rolls for 22-28 minutes until golden brown and center rolls appear fully cooked.
- Whip frosting ingredients until achieving a smooth, creamy consistency with no lumps.
- Delicately spread frosting over warm rolls, allowing it to slightly melt and create an irresistible glaze.
Notes
- Use vibrant purple sweet potatoes for natural color and extra nutrition, ensuring a stunning violet hue in your rolls.
- Knead dough gently to develop gluten without overworking, which keeps rolls soft and tender.
- Proof dough in a warm, draft-free spot to help yeast activate perfectly and create fluffy texture.
- Try alternative flours like gluten-free blend or whole wheat for dietary adaptations without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 299 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 36 mg