Brooke Williamson Makes Matcha Glazed Cinnamon Rolls _ Cook Like a Pro _ Bon Appetit
I'm Brooke Williamson, and I'm here in my kitchen, which has been outfitted with Samsung appliances. Today, I'm making matcha glazed cinnamon rolls, combining two of my absolute favorite things - that ground-up beautiful bitter green tea powder that most people find in a latte - into one delicious dessert. The combination of flavors will add a unique twist to the classic cinnamon roll.
To start, I'm going to cream room-temperature butter and sugar together. As I do this, I'll also get my yeast blooming. I'm using dry yeast for this recipe, so I'll mix it with warm milk that's been warmed up to 110 degrees. Then, I'll pour the yeast mixture into the dough, along with a couple of eggs and two different types of flour - all-purpose flour and bread flour. I'll also add a little bit of salt to give the dough some extra flavor.
Next, I'll alternate between adding dry ingredients and warm milk and yeast mixture to the dough. This will help create a balanced flavor and texture in my cinnamon rolls. Once the dough is ready, I'll cover it and let it rest for an hour, allowing it to rise and double in size. As it bakes, the kitchen will fill with the sweet aroma of cinnamon and sugar.
While the dough is rising, I'm going to prepare the filling for my cinnamon rolls. For this recipe, I'll be using just two ingredients: brown sugar and granulated white sugar, mixed together with a generous amount of cinnamon. I love incorporating different types of sugar into my baking because it adds depth and complexity to the flavors.
Now that the dough has risen, it's time to roll it out and fill it with the sweet cinnamon mixture. My goal is to create a swirly design on top of each roll, so I'll take some time to evenly cut the dough with this cinnamon sugar mixture. As I do this, the sugar will start to melt, creating a gooey, sugary consistency inside the rolls.
To finish off my cinnamon rolls, I'll lather them with butter and then place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Since they're going to bake together, I want to make sure they stick together slightly as they cook, which will help create that flaky, crunchy texture on the outside while keeping the inside soft and gooey.
Before popping my cinnamon rolls into the oven, I'll preheat it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and set it to the steam bake function. This will ensure that my rolls are cooked to perfection and filled with a sweet, sticky glaze made from cream cheese and matcha green tea powder.
As my cinnamon rolls bake, the aroma of freshly baked bread fills the kitchen. Once they're done, I'll let them cool for a few minutes before frosting them with my unique matcha cream cheese frosting. This twist on traditional frosting adds a beautiful bitter note to the sweet flavor of the cinnamon rolls.
To make the frosting, I'll combine powdered sugar with a generous amount of cream cheese and a pinch of matcha green tea powder. The matcha will add a deep, rich flavor that complements the sweetness of the frosting perfectly. Once the frosting is smooth and creamy, I'll sprinkle some lemon zest in for an extra touch of acidity.
Finally, it's time to assemble my matcha glazed cinnamon rolls. I'll pile a generous amount of frosting onto each roll, smoothing it out with a spatula until it's evenly distributed. The result is a beautiful, swirly design that looks almost too good to eat. Almost.
As I take my first bite, I can see why these cinnamon rolls are one of my absolute favorites - the combination of flavors and textures is unbeatable. With every bite, the sweetness of the frosting gives way to the gooey, sugary center, followed by a deep, rich flavor from the matcha. It's a truly unique taste experience that will leave you wanting more.
In this article, I shared my recipe for matcha glazed cinnamon rolls, combining two of my favorite things - green tea and cinnamon - into one delicious dessert. The result is a beautifully balanced flavor profile with a sweet, sticky glaze made from cream cheese and matcha green tea powder. Whether you're a fan of unique flavors or just looking for something new to try, these matcha glazed cinnamon rolls are sure to impress.