Description
Easy Papparotti is a delightful cinnamon roll with a rich coffee glaze, combining soft, fluffy dough rolled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a smooth, sweet coffee icing. This recipe yields six generous servings of warm, aromatic rolls perfect for breakfast or a comforting treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Filling
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
Coffee Glaze
- 1 tbsp instant coffee (or espresso powder)
- 2 tbsp hot water
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp milk (or more to reach desired consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the yeast becomes foamy, indicating it is active.
- Mix the Dough: Add the melted butter, egg, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for the same amount of time.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling: While the dough rises, mix sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and set aside.
- Roll and Shape: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12×8 inch rectangle.
- Add Filling: Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top evenly.
- Roll the Dough: Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log, then cut it into 6 to 8 equal pieces.
- Arrange Rolls: Place the rolls in a greased 9×9 inch baking dish or on a lined baking sheet with space between each for expansion.
- Second Rise: Cover the rolls with a kitchen towel and let them rise for an additional 20-30 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully heat.
- Bake: Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on top and cooked through.
- Prepare Coffee Glaze: While the rolls bake, dissolve instant coffee in hot water. Whisk together this coffee mixture, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, adding more milk if needed to achieve a smooth, pourable consistency.
- Glaze and Serve: Remove the papparotti rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly before drizzling generously with the coffee glaze.
- Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy the comforting flavors of cinnamon and coffee combined in these soft, delicious rolls.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast during activation.
- You can substitute instant coffee with espresso powder for a stronger coffee flavor.
- If the dough is too sticky when kneading, add a little more flour gradually.
- For a richer flavor, brush the rolls with melted butter immediately after baking before glazing.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently before serving.
