Description
Soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls soaked in a rich tres leches mixture and topped with a creamy frosting, combining the classic flavors of tres leches cake with warm cinnamon rolls.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add melted butter, egg, and salt, then gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll the dough into a large rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
- Spread softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 rolls.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the rolls for 20–25 minutes until golden.
- Whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream.
- While the rolls are still warm, slowly pour the tres leches mixture evenly over them so they soak it up.
- Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth, then spread over the rolls.
- Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
- Allow the rolls to rest for 10–15 minutes after adding the milk mixture so it fully absorbs.
- Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor.
- These rolls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat slightly before serving for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American