There’s nothing cozier than these Easy Fluffy Brown Butter Iced Mocha Cinnamon Rolls! ☕✨ Buttery, cloud-soft dough swirled with cinnamon, brown sugar, and rich chocolate, then topped with a creamy espresso brown butter glaze that melts into every bite. Perfect for lazy weekends, festive brunches, or chilly mornings when you crave something warm and sweet. Each roll is pure comfort and holiday magic!
🍫 RECIPE DETAILS
The Dough
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1 cup warm milk
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2¼ tsp active dry yeast
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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4 tbsp salted butter (melted)
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3 large eggs
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3½–4 cups all-purpose flour
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½ tsp kosher salt
The Filling
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½ cup brown sugar
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp cinnamon
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1 tbsp instant espresso powder
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6 tbsp salted butter, softened
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½ cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate
The Glaze
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4 tbsp salted butter, softened
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6 oz cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup pure maple syrup
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1 shot espresso (or 1 tbsp instant espresso)
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2–3 cups powdered sugar
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2 tsp vanilla extract
🍮 HOW TO MAKE
1️⃣ Activate the Yeast: Mix warm milk, yeast, and brown sugar. Let it sit until foamy.
2️⃣ Make the Dough: Add butter, eggs, flour, and salt. Knead until smooth. Let rise until doubled.
3️⃣ Prepare Filling: Combine sugars, cinnamon, espresso powder, and butter.
4️⃣ Shape & Fill: Roll dough into a rectangle, spread filling, sprinkle chocolate, then roll up and slice.
5️⃣ Bake: 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden and fluffy.
6️⃣ Glaze: Whisk butter, cream cheese, maple syrup, espresso, sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Spread over warm rolls.
💫 Serve warm — every bite melts in your mouth!