Ah, the classic cinnamon roll—warm, gooey, and practically a morning hug. But wait, what if we threw coffee into the mix? Yes, because somehow your morning needs even more caffeine. This recipe combines all the cinnamon-sugar goodness you crave, with just the right hit of coffee to make your taste buds and your brain do a little happy dance. Meal prep these beauties, and you’ve got yourself a breakfast that’ll make you feel like you’ve truly mastered the art of morning multitasking—sugar, spice, and everything caffeinated.
Coffee Cinnamon Roll Meal Prep
A sweet twist on your classic cinnamon roll with a delightful coffee infusion. Perfect for meal prep and morning indulgence.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp instant coffee granules
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 packet 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp brewed coffee
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking pan.
- Mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, coffee granules, and salt in a bowl.
- Combine warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar in another bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Add melted butter and egg to the yeast mixture. Slowly stir in the dry ingredients.
- Knead dough for about 5 minutes until smooth. Let it rise for 10 minutes.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle. Spread butter, sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mix, and roll up.
- Slice into 12 rolls and place in the greased baking pan.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Whisk together coffee, powdered sugar, and vanilla for glaze. Drizzle over rolls once cooled.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin B12: 5%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 7%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Potassium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts) for extra texture and flavor.
- For extra coffee flavor, try a stronger brewed coffee in the glaze.
