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Fluffy coffee cinnamon rolls topped with creamy coffee glaze and espresso filling

Coffee Cinnamon Rolls

Deliciously soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls infused with coffee flavor, topped with a sweet coffee glaze, perfect for cozy mornings at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup warm milk Warm to the touch, not hot.
  • 2 teaspoons yeast Active dry yeast works best.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Granulated sugar.
  • 2 large eggs At room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup butter Melted.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 3.5 cups flour All-purpose flour.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup soft butter For spreading.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Light or dark brown sugar, packed.
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon Ground cinnamon.
  • 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder For the rich coffee flavor.
  • 1 pinch salt Balances the sweetness.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sifted for smoothness.
  • 1 tablespoon strong coffee Or milk, for glazing.
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder Enhances glaze flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla Optional, for flavor.

Method
 

Making the Dough
  1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add eggs, melted butter, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
  3. Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
Preparing the Filling
  1. In a small bowl, blend softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, espresso powder, and salt until combined.
Rolling and Baking
  1. Once the dough has risen, roll it out into a rectangle on a floured surface.
  2. Spread the filling evenly over the dough.
  3. Roll up the dough tightly, then slice into rolls using dental floss or a serrated knife.
  4. Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise until puffy, about 30-60 minutes.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
Making the Glaze
  1. While the rolls bake, whisk together powdered sugar, strong coffee, espresso powder, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over warm rolls after baking.

Notes

You can make the rolls ahead of time and refrigerate overnight or freeze them before the final rise for fresh rolls in the morning.