Description
Gingerbread Spice Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Frosting are a delightful fusion of festive flavors and cozy aromas. Soft, fluffy rolls are infused with a warm mix of ginger and cinnamon, then generously topped with a creamy maple frosting. Perfect for holiday brunches or as a sweet treat any day, these cinnamon rolls will transform your kitchen into a haven of comfort and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (for frosting)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- 1. In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- 2. In another bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, ginger, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the yeast mixture along with melted butter until a dough forms.
- 3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 4. For the filling: Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and softened butter until well combined.
- 5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle about half an inch thick. Spread the filling evenly over the dough and roll tightly into a log.
- 6. Slice into equal pieces (about 1 inch thick), place on a greased baking sheet or dish close together, and let rise again for about 30 minutes.
- 7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for approximately 25 minutes until golden brown.
- 8. For the frosting: Whisk powdered sugar with maple syrup until smooth; drizzle over warm rolls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - Substitute cream cheese icing for maple frosting for a tangy twist. - Add chopped nuts or dried cranberries to the filling for extra texture.