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Brown Butter Eggnog Cinnamon Rolls

These delightful cinnamon rolls are infused with the rich flavors of brown butter and eggnog, making them a perfect festive treat for holiday breakfasts or brunches.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup unsalted brown butter melted
  • 1 cup eggnog
Filling Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted brown butter room temperature
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg for filling
Glaze Ingredients
  • 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted brown butter room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup eggnog for glaze

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a stand mixer, combine flour, brown sugar, yeast, salt, nutmeg, vanilla bean paste, eggs, melted brown butter, and eggnog. Mix until you get a smooth dough, about 5-10 minutes.
  2. Transfer the dough to a greased bowl. Cover it and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
  1. In a separate bowl, mix softened brown butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
Roll and Cut
  1. Once the dough has risen, grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle measuring about 13x15 inches.
  2. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving about an inch at the top edge.
  3. Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly and pinch the seams to seal. Cut into 12 equal slices and place them in the greased baking dish.
  4. For same-day consumption, let the rolls rise at room temperature for 1 hour. For overnight preparation, cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Glazing
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and room temperature brown butter until smooth. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and eggnog until desired consistency is achieved.
  2. Spread the glaze over warm rolls immediately after baking. Serve fresh.

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle some extra cinnamon on top or serve with whipped cream. Store in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.