Craving something warm, fluffy, and dripping with nostalgia? You must be missing the mom-made cinnamon rolls in the Spring-Summer vacation at home. This used to be the whole new weekend obsession for us and only you and god know how much you wish them to be perfect with premium ingredients, but the secret lies in the process and not what you put in it.
So, let’s make some gorgeous cinnamon rolls, reimagined with the oceanic goodness and flavor of Salicornia salt. This 100% plant-based salt is a low-sodium salt alternative that adds more than just saltiness to your meals and snacks. It brings subtle minerality, plant-based goodness (like chlorophyll and natural minerals like Vitamins, potassium, magnesium, etc.) and a hint of ocean air to your favorite comfort bake.
Let’s start with the dough.
Preparing The Soft Cinnamon Dough
Ingredients
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3½ cups all-purpose flour
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2¼ tsp instant yeast
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1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
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One-third cup of granulated sugar
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One-third cup of unsalted butter melted
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1 egg and 1 yolk (at room temperature)
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Half a teaspoon of Salicornia salt
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Extra flour for dusting
Dough recipe:
In a stand mixer bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir a little and let them sit for 5-10 minutes until they get bubbly. Then add egg, yolk, melted butter, and SaltWise Salicornia white salt.
Mix the combination slowly in the flour using the dough hook on medium speed for 7-10 minutes or knead by hand until the dough is smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover the dough with a clean towel or wrap it in plastic wrap. Let the dough rise for 1 to 1.5 hours in a warm space until doubled.
Why are we using Salicornia salt?
Because it is naturally rich in nutrients like magnesium and potassium and has additional amazing nutrients such as iron, calcium, Vitamin and much more, this makes it a smart and flavorful salt alternative to your regular salt, especially for those watching their sodium intake.
Preparing The Filling
Ingredients
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Half a cup of unsalted butter
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¾ cup brown sugar
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One and a half tablespoon of ground cinnamon
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One teaspoon of Salicornia salt
Filling recipe
In a small bowl, mash together butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and Salicornia salt until it forms a thick, spreadable paste. Once the dough has risen, roll it out into a large rectangle (about 14x9 inches). Smear on that luscious cinnamon filling edge to edge. Roll tightly from the long side, then slice into 9 or 12 rolls.
Place them in a greased 9x13 baking dish, cover, and let them puff up again for about 30-40 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the centers are just cooked through. Make sure it’s soft and not dry!
Preparing The Icing
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- Half a teaspoon of vanilla extract
Icing recipe
Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and fluffy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and enough milk to get that pourable. Drizzle generously over warm rolls right out of the oven.
Pro Tip: Add Salicornia salt to add subtle saltiness to the dough and balance out this sweet icing.
Additional Tips
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Prepare the rolls, pop them in the fridge before the second rise, then bake fresh the next morning.
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Want to make it more fancy? Toss in some chopped pecans or a dash of cardamom to the filling.
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Salicornia doesn’t just reduce sodium; it also enhances the umami flavor naturally.
Final Serving
Finally, your cinnamon rolls are ready. And with Salicornia salt, you're baking smarter, cleaner, and tastier cinnamon rolls for your next feast. Whether you're hosting brunch or just treating yourself, this recipe proves that comfort food and conscious choices can go hand in hand.
Buy your combo pack of Salicornia salt from SaltWise today!
