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Coconut Cinnamon Swirl Buns

2023-02-20 - Written by: Emily J. Miller

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Coconut Cinnamon Swirl Buns

Soft and fluffy coconut-infused cinnamon buns swirled with a sweet and sticky coconut glaze.

The title of the recipe

Coconut Cinnamon Swirl Buns {#coconut-cinnamon-swirl-buns}

Servings 12-15 buns

Description

Soft and fluffy coconut-infused cinnamon buns swirled with a sweet and sticky coconut glaze.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm milk (105°F to 115°F)
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar (a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon)
  • Coconut glaze (see below for recipe)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Stir to dissolve yeast, then let sit for 5 minutes.

  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, egg, flour, and salt. Mix until just combined.

  3. Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms.

  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10-12 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

  7. Divide the dough into 12-15 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and then flatten slightly into an oval shape.

  8. In a small bowl, mix together shredded coconut and cinnamon sugar.

  9. Place an oval-shaped piece of dough on a lightly floured surface. Sprinkle with coconut-cinnamon mixture, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Fold the long sides of the dough over the filling, then roll the dough into a tight cylinder. Repeat with remaining dough pieces.

  10. Place the cinnamon buns on prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each bun.

  11. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

  12. While the buns are baking, prepare the coconut glaze by whisking together 1 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut. Add 2 tablespoons heavy cream and mix until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed with additional cream.

  13. Remove the cinnamon buns from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.

  14. Drizzle the warm coconut glaze over the cooled buns and serve.

Coconut Glaze

Whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut, and 2 tablespoons heavy cream until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed with additional cream.

Note: This recipe combines elements of Apple baked crumble (#1) with Cinnamon rolls (#11). The coconut glaze adds a tropical twist to the classic cinnamon bun.