Cinnamon rolls with currants are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that make a great breakfast, brunch, or dessert. These rolls are made with a soft, buttery dough that is filled with a delicious mixture of cinnamon and currants, and then baked to perfection. The result is a light, fluffy roll that is filled with a sweet and spicy flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup currants
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder. In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, eggs, and milk. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well blended.
3. In a medium bowl, combine currants, brown sugar, cinnamon, melted butter, and pecans. Spread the dough into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the currant mixture over the top.
4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the roll comes out clean. Let cool.
5. In a small bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk. Drizzle over the rolls before serving.
People Also Ask
How do you make cinnamon rolls with currants?
To make cinnamon rolls with currants, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a medium bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder. In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, eggs, and milk. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well blended. In a medium bowl, combine currants, brown sugar, cinnamon, melted butter, and pecans. Spread the dough into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the currant mixture over the top. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the roll comes out clean. Let cool. In a small bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk. Drizzle over the rolls before serving.
Can I use dried cranberries instead of currants?
Yes, you can use dried cranberries instead of currants in this recipe. However, you may need to adjust the amount of sugar used in the filling, as dried cranberries are naturally sweeter than currants.
Can I use different types of nuts in the filling?
Yes, you can use different types of nuts in the filling. Walnuts, almonds, and pecans all work well in this recipe. Just make sure to chop the nuts into small pieces before adding them to the filling.
