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Carrot Cake Cinnamon Rolls

Carrot Cake Cinnamon Rolls
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Carrot Cake Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful fusion of soft, gooey cinnamon rolls and the warm, inviting flavors of carrot cake. Perfect for any gathering, especially Easter brunch, these rolls bring a touch of sweetness and a hint of spice to your breakfast table. With shredded carrots and coconut nestled within a buttery dough, each bite offers a mouthwatering experience topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. These rolls are not only a treat for the taste buds but also an excellent way to sneak in some veggies for the family. Easy to make ahead and customize with your favorite toppings, they will surely impress everyone!

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup warm milk
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups finely shredded carrot
  • 3/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour, divided
  • 3/4 cup salted butter, almost melted
  • 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup salted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Activate yeast by mixing warm milk and instant yeast in a bowl.
  2. Combine eggs, melted butter, salt, cinnamon, sugar, carrots, and coconut into the yeast mixture.
  3. Add 4 cups of flour gradually; mix until just combined.
  4. Knead dough until smooth; let it rise in a greased bowl until doubled in size (about 30 minutes).
  5. Prepare filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  6. Roll out dough into a rectangle; spread the filling evenly on top.
  7. Roll up tightly and slice into 12–15 pieces; arrange in greased baking pan.
  8. Let rolls rise again for about 20 minutes; then pour warm heavy cream over them before baking at 350°F for 27–30 minutes.
  9. While cooling slightly, prepare frosting by mixing softened cream cheese with butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
  10. Frost warm rolls and enjoy!

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