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Tres Leches Cinnamon Rolls

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Indulge in soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls soaked in a creamy tres leches milk mixture, blending classic cinnamon flavors with a luscious Latin twist for a decadent dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm whole milk (110°F)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk; let stand 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix sugar, melted butter, salt, and eggs into the yeast mixture.
  3. Gradually add flour to form a soft dough; knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  5. Roll out dough on floured surface into a 15×9 inch rectangle.
  6. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon; spread over dough evenly.
  7. Roll dough tightly from the long side and cut into 12 rolls.
  8. Place rolls in a greased baking dish; cover and let rise 30 minutes.
  9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. Whisk together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and vanilla.
  11. Poke holes in warm rolls and pour the milk mixture over them to soak.
  12. Let soak at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
  13. Dust with powdered sugar before serving or prepare a glaze if desired.

Notes

For extra richness, top the rolls with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting before serving.

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