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Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls

February 3, 2023 by Katie 5 Comments

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These Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect flavorful breakfast. They are light and fluffy with the perfect gooey cinnamon chai center. This recipe features a variety of superfoods, and it's perfect for all. These cinnamon rolls are vegan, refined sugar-free, and can be made gluten-free!
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dirty rose chai cinnamon rolls

These Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate healthy, sweet, and delicious vegan breakfast recipe. They're easy to make and made with simple, clean ingredients, and loaded with superfoods!

the dirty rose chai cinnamon roll cut into to show the gooey filling

Cinnamon rolls are a top 5 breakfast food for me (I mean I think I speak for us all?). For the longest time I thought they were impossible to make vegan and healthy.

I am so excited to share today's Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls with you guys, because they are perfectly fluffy and sweet, while also being vegan and full of healthy ingredients. They're the perfect vegan breakfast to make when you have non vegan guest, or a mixed diet household!

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  • Ingredients For These Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls:
  • How To Make Chai Cinnamon Rolls
  • Substitutions:
  • Chai Cinnamon Roll Variations:
  • Equipment
  • How To Store These Chai Cinnamon Rolls:
  • Top Tip
  • Frequently Asked Questions:
  • Related Vegan Breakfast Recipes:
  • Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls
  • Drinks To Go With Chai Cinnamon Rolls:
  • Food Safety

Ingredients For These Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls:

This Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Roll recipe is great, because chances are you have most of the ingredients on hand, and you can easily get the perfect chai flavor thanks to Anima Mundi.

the chai cinnamon rolls in a baking dish without any frosting on top and with the anima mundi products
  • For The Dough:
    • Dry Active Yeast - This is what gives these chai cinnamon rolls the perfect fluff. It will take time for the rolls to rise, so just keep that in mind.
    • Coconut Sugar - It's important to add some sort of sweetener to any dough that calls for yeast, because the yeast needs to feed off sugar to activate.
    • Warm Water - Warm water is also important for yeast activation, because yeast thrives in warm temperatures. Make sure the water isn't too hot, because it will kill the yeast. It's best to have it warm enough you can stick your finger in it and it will be okay.
    • Cashew Milk Based Vegan Butter - Any plant based butter will work. However many brands of vegan butter are made with highly processed oils. I always opt for one that is made from cashew milk and coconut oil (Miyoko's Creamery is my go-to).
    • Soy Milk - I love using soy milk whenever I am baking, because it is thick and creamy. This results in moister baked goods.
    • Salt - Helps to elevate the overall flavor.
    • All Purpose Flour (lSee recipe card if using whole wheat) - Unfortunately whole wheat flour does not rise as much as all purpose. However you can use ½ and ½ for a fluffier and healthier cinnamon roll.
  • For The Filling:
    • Cashew Milk Based Vegan Butter - Again make sure you are using a healthy butter. A little goes a long way, so start slow and see how thin you can spread the butter.
    • Coconut Sugar - I love using coconut sugar for cinnamon rolls, because it has a rich and deep flavor, and it is full of nutrients.
    • Anima Mundi Dirty Rose Chai Collagen Booster - This product is a complete game changer. It's made with adaptogens, silica, calcium, and all sorts of herbs to help support a youthful glow. I seriously adore this product.
    • Cinnamon - No cinnamon roll recipe is complete without a sprinkle of ground cinnamon!
  • For The Cream Cheese Frosting:
    • Vegan Cream Cheese - Make sure to use an oil-free vegan cream cheese. I always opt for Kite Hill, because I think it has the most accurate flavor, and it is oil-free, and whole foods plant based.
    • Anima Mundi Rose Powder - For the perfect Valentine's Day twist, these chai cinnamon rolls feature rose powder for added flavor and color. Rose powder is also super nutritious. It can fight free radicals, reduce inflammation, reduce wrinkles, and purify the blood!
    • Maple Syrup - Is the perfect plant based sweetener to help achieve a more spreadable frosting. You can also use date syrup, yacon syrup, or coconut nectar.
a single dirty rose chai cinnamon roll on a plate with the frosting on top

How To Make Chai Cinnamon Rolls

These Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls are great, because they're easy to make, and the perfect recipe to make for groups of vegans and non vegans alike.

Begin by combining the water and the coconut sugar together in a large bowl. Mix until the coconut sugar has dissolved completely. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let sit for 15 minutes. You should see the yeast bubble and activate.

Melt the vegan butter and add to a bowl with the soy milk. Mix until smooth. Add the butter and milk mixture to the yeast mixture and mix until smooth.

Next, add the flour and salt and knead into a dough. Cover and let rise for 2 hours in a warm and moist location. I place mine in the oven with a pot of boiling water.

Once the dough has risen, roll out to a ¼ inch thick square. Add the coconut sugar and the collagen booster together in a small bowl.

Next, spread the softened butter onto the dough and coat with the dirty rose chai coconut sugar mix. Roll the dough up and cut with string, or a knife. Place in an 8x8 pan, cover with a cloth, and let rise for an hour.

Preheat the oven to 350, place the risen rolls into the oven and bake for 20 minutes.

While the rolls are baking, make the cream cheese frosting by combining all ingredients together and mixing until smooth. Cover the warm rolls with the cream cheese frosting and enjoy!

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Hint: Warm temperatures are key to achieving the perfect rise for cinnamon rolls. If you keep your house cool, I'd recommend keeping the rolls in a tight area like a microwave or oven with warm water to heat the dough.

Substitutions:

If you are looking to make these Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls to fit a specific diet, or you don't have a particular ingredient on hand, there are plenty of ingredients you can still use.

  • Sugar - if you're looking to make these cinnamon rolls without coconut sugar for whatever reason, you can sub out the coconut sugar with Maple Crystals (one of my favorite plant based sweeteners (and you can use my code "VEGAN10" for $10 off)), pure cane brown sugar, or even date sugar!
  • Gluten-Free - making gluten-free cinnamon rolls can be a struggle! They're never fluffy enough, or way too gooey. I recommend using King Arthur's gluten-free flour! You may need to play around with the measurements a bit, but I always have luck with this flour.
  • Oil-Free - These Chai Cinnamon Rolls can be made oil-free, however they won't be as perfect. It's hard to achieve that classic gooey cinnamon sugar center without oil. However if you use soft coconut butter, you will get close.
the healthy vegan breakfast in a baking dish with the anima mundi products next to it

Chai Cinnamon Roll Variations:

These Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls are already a fun variation on regular cinnamon rolls. However thanks to Anima Mundi's excellent variety of products, there are many ways to enjoy these rolls!

  • Chocolate - You can use Anima Mundi's Adaptogenic Powder with 7 Medicinal Mushrooms and Cacao for a chocolate and superfood packed cinnamon roll.
  • Golden Milk- add Anima Mundi's Golden Moon Milk for a glowing cinnamon roll. These vibrant rolls are perfect for supporting relaxation and fighting inflammation!
  • Rainbow - Feel free to replace the rose powder with butterfly pea powder for a vibrant blue frosting. This is great if you're making the rolls for kids.

If you're interested in a high protein version, be sure to check out my: Vegan Protein Cinnamon Rolls!

More Anima Mundi Recipes:

  • Rose Latte
  • Mushroom Ice Cream

Equipment

These Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls are perfect, because they don't require any crazy equipment. All you need is a couple bowls, a rolling pin, and an 8 x 8 baking dish.

As always, if you want direct links to any of the equipment I use ( and recommend) head to my Amazon Storefront!

the chai cinnamon rolls all together on a plate with the cream cheese frosting lathered on top

How To Store These Chai Cinnamon Rolls:

Storing vegan breakfast recipes can be quite difficult, especially when they're best enjoyed warm. However these Chai Cinnamon rolls can still be enjoyed as leftovers, and they're just as delicious!

I recommend storing them in air-tight glass containers. It's easy for baked goods to dry out quickly in the refrigerator if not stored right. Therefore to ensure these rolls stay nice and moist, I recommend storing them in an air-tight container.

Whenever you are ready to reheat them, place them on an oven safe dish and bake at 300 for about 15 minutes. Keep in mind that the rose cream cheese glaze will already be on the roll, and it won't melt completely.

If you plan on eating these rolls throughout the week, I would recommend storing the cream cheese frosting separately and spreading it fresh on top of each roll.

Top Tip

It's easy to let yeast based doughs over rise. Therefore when the Cinnamon roll dough has doubled in size, it is ready to roll out and bake. If the dough rises too long, it will have a yeasty flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do Chai Cinnamon Rolls Taste Like Regular Cinnamon Rolls?

These Chai Cinnamon Rolls are great, because they're full of flavor. If you love the taste of a classic cinnamon roll, then you will absolutely love the taste of these rolls. They still have that classic cinnamon flavor, but with an extra kick on top!

How To Make The Softest Vegan Cinnamon Rolls?

Making cinnamon rolls with plant based ingredients can be tricky. It's often hard to achieve the proper fluffy texture. However it is not impossible. The key to making fluffy vegan cinnamon rolls is in the soy milk and the vegan butter. This adds healthy fat to the dough, which when baked adds fluffiness and moistness to the roll.

Related Vegan Breakfast Recipes:

Looking for more plant based breakfast recipes like this? Try these:

  • lemon poppy seed overnight oats
    Lemon Poppy Seed Overnight Oats
  • banana chocolate chip protein muffins
    Banana Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins
  • red velvet muffins
    Red Velvet Muffins
  • Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie Bowl
dirty rose chai cinnamon rolls

Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls

These Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect flavorful breakfast. They are light and fluffy with the perfect gooey cinnamon chai center. This recipe features a variety of superfoods, and it's perfect for all. These cinnamon rolls are vegan, refined sugar-free, and can be made gluten-free!
5 from 9 votes
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Prep Time 3 hrs 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 3 hrs 30 mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 10 rolls

Equipment

  • 1 Rolling Pin
  • 1 Mixing bowls
  • 1 8x8 baking pan

Ingredients
  

For The Dough:

  • 1 packet or 2 teaspoon dry active yeast
  • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
  • ¼ cup warm water
  • 6 tablespoon cashew milk based vegan butter
  • 1 ¼ cup soy milk
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 ¼ cups all purpose flour leave out the ¼ cup if using whole wheat, can sub 1 : 1 if using most gluten-free flour blends

For The Filling:

  • 4 tablespoon cashew milk based vegan butter softened
  • ½ cup coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Anima Mundi Dirty Rose Chai Collagen Booster
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

For The Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz vegan cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Anima Mundi rose powder
  • ¼ cup maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • Begin by combining the water and the coconut sugar together in a large bowl. Mix until the coconut sugar has dissolved. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let sit for 15 minutes.
  • Melt the vegan butter and add to a bowl with the soy milk. Mix until smooth.
  • Add the butter and milk mixture to the yeast mixture and mix until smooth. Add the flour and salt and knead into a dough. Cover and let rise for 2 hours.
  • Once the dough has risen, roll out to a ¼ inch thick square.
  • Add the coconut sugar and the collagen booster together in a small bowl.
  • Spread the softened butter onto the dough and coat with the dirty rose chai coconut sugar mix.
  • Roll the dough up and cut with string, or a knife.
  • Place in an 8x8 pan, cover with a cloth, and let rise for an hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350, place the risen rolls into the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Make the cream cheese frosting by combining all ingredients together and mixing until smooth.
  • Cover the warm rolls with the cream cheese frosting and enjoy!
Keyword anima mundi, chai cinnamon rolls, cinnamon rolls, dirty chai, refined sugar-free vegan cinnamon rolls, sweet breakfast
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recipe card stating this recipe is vegan, refined sugar-free, and has a gluten-free option

Drinks To Go With Chai Cinnamon Rolls:

These are my favorite cold pressed juices to serve with these Dirty Rose Chai Cinnamon Rolls:

  • golden beet juice
    Golden Beet Juice
  • cucumber mint juice
    Cucumber Mint Juice
  • kale beet juice in a cup with pineapple and kale in the background
    Kale Beet Juice
  • Turmeric juice recipe
    Turmeric Ginger Glow Juice

Food Safety

  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
  • Never leave cooking food unattended
  • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
  • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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  1. Erin

    February 07, 2023 at 2:57 am

    5 stars
    What a great recipe! I made these dirty rose chai cinnamon rolls for a brunch and everyone was raving about them ... thanks for the great recipe!

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  2. Holly

    February 07, 2023 at 2:06 pm

    5 stars
    Excellent flavor and texture. Directions were easy to follow too. This recipe is a keeper!

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  3. Choclette

    February 07, 2023 at 5:01 pm

    5 stars
    I adore cinnamon buns and now I can eat them and not feel sinful. Love the chai flavouring too. Fabulous recipe, thank you.

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  4. Vireo Kitchen

    February 21, 2023 at 1:23 am

    5 stars
    This is a fantastic recipe! So original!

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  5. Amber Hollis

    February 21, 2023 at 2:43 pm

    5 stars
    So flavorful and delicious. I love this healthier version.

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