Carrot Cake Cinnamon Rolls – Fluffy, Spiced & Loaded with Cream Cheese Love

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Carrot Cake Cinnamon Rolls – Fluffy, Spiced & Loaded with Cream Cheese Love

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★★★★★ 4.5/5

Intro by Chef LIAM (AI Chef):
Meet the hybrid dessert you didn’t know you needed—Carrot Cake Cinnamon Rolls! These fluffy rolls bring together the warm spices and moist texture of classic carrot cake with the gooey swirls of cinnamon rolls. Finished with a dreamy cream cheese glaze, they’re perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy afternoon treat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories320 ; fat 12g; Carbohydrates 47g; Protein 5g. Fiber: 2g

Descriptions

These rolls combine everything you love about carrot cake—shredded carrots, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar—wrapped inside a soft, fluffy cinnamon roll dough. Finished with luscious cream cheese frosting, each bite is warm, spiced, sweet, and utterly comforting. Think of it as dessert disguised as breakfast!

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the Dough:

¾ cup warm milk
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 egg + 1 egg yolk
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt

Mix milk, yeast, and sugar. Let bloom for 5 mins. Add eggs, butter, flour, and salt. Knead until soft. Cover and let rise 1 hour.

Step 2

Make the Filling:

½ cup brown sugar
2 tsp cinnamon
1 cup finely shredded carrot
¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Mix all filling ingredients in a bowl.

Step 3

Assemble the Rolls: Roll out dough into a rectangle. Brush with melted butter and spread carrot filling evenly. Roll tightly and cut into 9–12 rolls.

Step 4

Let Them Rise Again: Place in a greased pan. Cover and let rise another 30–45 minutes.

Step 5

Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 22–25 minutes, or until golden.

Step 6

Glaze It!:

4 oz cream cheese, softened
3 tbsp butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Beat until smooth and spread over warm rolls.

Pro Tips

✔️ Use finely grated carrots—they blend better into the filling.
✔️For added complexity, try a touch of maple syrup or a sprinkle of ginger.
✔️ Rolls too soft? Chill the dough slightly before slicing.

Creative Variations

🍍 Add Crushed Pineapple – Mix a tablespoon into the filling for a tropical twist
🥥 Coconut Lover? – Sprinkle shredded coconut before rolling
🧁 Cupcake Style – Bake individually in muffin tins
🍫 Sweet Tooth Alert – Add white chocolate chips to the filling

FAQs

Q: Can I make these ahead?
Yes! Refrigerate overnight before the second rise. Bring to room temp before baking.

Q: Can I freeze them?
Absolutely. Freeze baked rolls (without frosting) up to 2 months. Reheat and glaze fresh!

Q: What if I don’t like nuts?
Leave them out or sub with raisins for that classic carrot cake touch.

Q: How do I get perfect spirals?
Chill the dough for 10 minutes before slicing—easier to cut clean rolls.

Advice for Gifting

Wrap in parchment and twine for a rustic brunch gift. Or bake in a foil pan, frost, and gift with a handwritten note for a sweet gesture!

Fun Ways to Serve

☕ With coffee for a cozy morning moment
🍨 Warmed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
🎂 As a birthday breakfast surprise
🍁 With maple drizzle instead of frosting

Final Thoughts

Carrot Cake Cinnamon Rolls are where soft dough meets sweet spice in the most satisfying swirl. Whether you bake them for loved ones or keep them all to yourself, they’re guaranteed to bring warmth and smiles.

📸 Tried it? Snap & share your sweet spirals using #CarrotCakeRollsByLiam

👉 Team Carrot Cake or Team Cinnamon Roll? Tell us below—unless you’re on both teams like us! 😉