Experience a delightful twist on a classic favorite with ube cinnamon rolls, where vibrant purple yam meets the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and sugar.

INGREDIENTS

Dough Ingredients:

• 360g bread flour
• 100g white sugar
• 10g instant yeast
• 5g salt
• 100g soft butter
• 2 large eggs
• 260ml buttermilk
• 1 tsp UBE flavoring (optional)

Filling Ingredients:

• 180g brown sugar
• 60g cinnamon powder
• 80g soft butter

Icing Ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 60g butter
• 120g powdered sugar
• 5g vanilla extract
• 45g heavy cream

Instructions for the Dough:

1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine instant yeast with a bit of warm buttermilk (from the total 260 ml) and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine bread flour, sugar, and salt. Set aside.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, softened butter, and ube flavoring (if using), then add the yeast mixture.
4. Knead the Dough: Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until a sticky dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer with a dough hook.
5. Let Dough Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Instructions for the Filling:

1. Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
2. Roll the Dough: After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a ¼-inch thick rectangle.
3. Spread Butter and Add Filling: Spread soft butter over the dough and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top.
4. Roll and Cut: Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log and slice it into 1-inch rolls.

For the Second Rise:

1. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a large baking dish (9×13 inches).
2. Place Rolls in Dish: Arrange the rolls cut-side up in the dish, cover with a towel, and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.

Bake the Rolls:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
2. Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly while preparing the icing.

For the Icing:

1. Prepare Icing: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla. Mix in heavy cream until creamy.

Assembly:

1. Ice the Rolls: Spread cream cheese icing over warm rolls, allowing it to melt slightly for a gooey finish.
2. Serve: Enjoy the soft, buttery rolls with the rich flavor and sweetness of cinnamon and cream cheese icing.

Enjoy!