Fluffy Matcha Cinnamon Rolls

Fluffy matcha cinnamon rolls deliver a creamy, sweet, and aromatic treat. These rolls solve the problem of dry, flavorless pastries. After making this many times, I know the secret to achieving the perfect fluffy texture. The golden crust and melt-in-your-mouth center will surprise you. Try this with my easy high protein ground turkey casserole recipe. Jump to Recipe If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy High Protein Ground Turkey Casserole Recipe and Ground Turkey Stroganoff Recipe.

What You'll Need for Fluffy Matcha Cinnamon Rolls

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup matcha powder
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 cup active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup matcha powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Optional: powdered sugar
• Optional: cinnamon sugar
• Optional: toasted almonds
• Optional: chopped pistachios

How to Make Fluffy Matcha Cinnamon Rolls

1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix the flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, combine milk, melted butter, egg, and honey. Add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until a dough forms.
2. Knead the Dough: Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
3. Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
4. Roll and Cut the Dough: Roll the dough into a rectangle. Spread the filling evenly. Roll tightly, then cut into 12 equal pieces. Place on a baking sheet.
5. Bake the Rolls: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden. Let cool slightly.
6. Make the Frosting: In a bowl, mix the butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar. Add a splash of milk to reach desired consistency.
7. Frost and Serve: Spread frosting on the cooled rolls. Serve and enjoy.

Storing & Reheating Fluffy Matcha Cinnamon Rolls

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Make the rolls up to 2 days in advance and frost before serving.

Freezing Fluffy Matcha Cinnamon Rolls

Freeze in a sealed bag for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in 10-second intervals for 1 minute.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free area for the best results.
• Best substitution: Use almond milk if you're dairy-free, and vegan cream cheese for a vegan version.
• Make-ahead: You can make the rolls ahead of time and frost them just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe doubles well for a larger batch.
• Troubleshooting: If the rolls are too dry, add a little more milk to the dough.

Fluffy Matcha Cinnamon Rolls

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Prep

30 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

55 mins

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Serves

12 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup matcha powder
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 cup active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup butter, softened

Seasonings

• 1/2 cup matcha powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Optional Toppings

• powdered sugar
• cinnamon sugar
• toasted almonds
• chopped pistachios

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix the flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, combine milk, melted butter, egg, and honey. Add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until a dough forms.
2. Knead the Dough: Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
3. Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
4. Roll and Cut the Dough: Roll the dough into a rectangle. Spread the filling evenly. Roll tightly, then cut into 12 equal pieces. Place on a baking sheet.
5. Bake the Rolls: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden. Let cool slightly.
6. Make the Frosting: In a bowl, mix the butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar. Add a splash of milk to reach desired consistency.
7. Frost and Serve: Spread frosting on the cooled rolls. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

• Chef tip: Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free area for the best results.
• Best substitution: Use almond milk if you're dairy-free, and vegan cream cheese for a vegan version.
• Make-ahead: You can make the rolls ahead of time and frost them just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe doubles well for a larger batch.
• Troubleshooting: If the rolls are too dry, add a little more milk to the dough.

Storage

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze in a sealed bag for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in 10-second intervals for 1 minute.
• Make ahead: Make the rolls up to 2 days in advance and frost before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 20g
• Sodium: 200mg
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sat. Fat: 9g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Fluffy Matcha Cinnamon Rolls and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!