Finnish Cardamom Rolls (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
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1 cup lukewarm milk
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½ cup sugar
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4 teaspoon active dry yeast
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2 eggs
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8 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
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1 tablespoon cardamom
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½ teaspoon salt
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4 cups all-purpose flour
→ Filling
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½ cup sugar
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3 teaspoon cinnamon
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¼ cup softened butter
→ Topping
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1 egg for egg wash
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Turbinado sugar for sprinkling (or regular sugar)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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In a small bowl combine the lukewarm milk, ½ cup of sugar, and the active dry yeast. Stir well and let sit for about 10 minutes until it froths up and bubbles.
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In the bowl of your mixer, add the eggs, butter, cardamom, and salt. Using the paddle attachment, mix everything together. Add the yeast mixture and continue mixing until well combined.
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Change to the dough hook and add flour one cup at a time, mixing thoroughly. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour. Continue mixing until the dough separates from the bowl and forms into a ball.
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Grease a large bowl with cooking spray and place the dough in it. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean damp kitchen towel and let the dough rise until it doubles in size.
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In a small bowl combine the sugar and cinnamon together for the filling. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Add a bit of flour to your work surface. Punch the dough gently and place it on the work surface. Cut the dough into 4 equal pieces. Working with one piece at a time (covering the others so they don't dry out), roll each piece about as thin as you can, approximately 12 inches by 18 inches. Brush the surface with softened butter, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mixture.
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Roll each piece into a tight log starting from the narrower side. Line up the dough log and cut it slightly on the diagonal, alternating up and down, so that the slices are fat 'v' shapes, with the point of the 'v' about 2 cm (¾ inch) and the base about 5 cm (2 inches). Place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough pieces.
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Preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃). Let the rolls sit for about 30 minutes to rise.
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Brush the rolls with egg wash and sprinkle with Turbinado sugar or plain sugar. Transfer the baking sheets to the oven and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes or until golden.
# Helpful Notes:
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Opt for fresh cardamom to elevate the aromatic essence of your rolls, providing that authentic Finnish touch.
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Be mindful of the temperature of your milk when activating the yeast; it should be warm to the touch but not hot to safeguard the yeast's activation process.
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When rolling the dough thinly, apply gentle, even pressure with your rolling pin to keep the dough's thickness consistent.
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Allow the rolls to cool slightly on a wire rack before enjoying to ensure they maintain their structure.
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If you don't have Turbinado sugar, granulated or demerara sugar make excellent substitutes for sprinkling on top of the rolls.