Looking for sugar, spice and everything butter? Then this is the recipe for you. Chef Chris Tucker, CEO of Betta With Butta, shares his buttery twist on a classic recipe: cinnamon rolls.
Recipe credit: Chris Tucker
Prep time: 3 hours (1½ for proving the dough)
Cook time: 35-40 mins
Prepare Wet Ingredients
STEP ONE
Add the aquafaba and 1 tbsp. of sugar to a stand mixer (or bowl).
STEP TWO
Whisk until you have stiff peaks.
STEP THREE
Melt the butter over low heat.
STEP FOUR
Pour the butter into a glass measuring cup to cool.
STEP FIVE
Add the almond milk to the same pot the butter was in and heat to about 110°F.
STEP SIX
Pour the almond milk into a separate measuring cup
Prepare Dry Ingredients
STEP ONE
In a bowl, add the bread flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground clove and salt.
STEP TWO
Whisk until the ingredients are mixed.
Activate Yeast
STEP ONE
Add the active dry yeast and 1 tbsp. of sugar to the warmed almond milk.
STEP TWO
Stir to incorporate the ingredients and allow the yeast to activate.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
STEP ONE
Add the remainder of the sugar into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
STEP TWO
Add the dry ingredients, melted butter, and yeast mixture to the bowl of whipped aquafaba.
STEP THREE
Knead for 8-10 minutes with a bread hook attachment or in a bowl with a wooden spoon.
STEP FOUR
Place the dough in a glass bowl and cover loosely with a towel
STEP FIVE
Let the dough rest for 1 ½ hours.
Make Filling
STEP ONE
While the dough is rising, cut up the softened unsalted butter and place it in a bowl with the molasses.
STEP TWO
Combine the ingredients until smooth and glossy using a hand mixer or whisk.
STEP THREE
In a separate bowl, add the brown sugar, clove, nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger.
STEP FOUR
Mix the spices with your hands or a spoon
Roll Out Dough
STEP ONE
Turn proved dough onto floured surface.
STEP TWO
Roll the dough out trim the edges to create a rectangle.
Assemble and Shape Rolls
STEP ONE
Spread the butter molasses mixture over dough.
STEP TWO
Layer the brown sugar spice mixture into the butter molasses.
STEP THREE
Roll slowly and gently to ease dough into a uniform log.
STEP FOUR
Measure 1 ¾ “ slices, and cut with unflavored dental floss to keep swirls perfect.
STEP FIVE
Prove for another 30 minutes.
STEP SIX
While the rolls are proving, preheat the oven to 375° F.
Bake
STEP ONE
Bake the cinnamon rolls at 375° F for 35-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 210° F.
Make the Frosting
STEP ONE
Using a stand mixer and paddle attachment or wooden spoon, cream the butter and cream cheese for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
STEP TWO
Add the cinnamon and molasses, and slowly add the powdered sugar.
STEP THREE
Continue to mix until fully incorporated, scraping the sides of the bowl down 1-2 times.
Frost Cinnamon Rolls
STEP ONE
After the cinnamon rolls are done baking, allow them to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
STEP TWO
Dollop the frosting on top and spread.
STEP THREE
Allow the frosting to melt and serve!
