Rhodes Cinnamon Rolls with Heavy Cream Recipes That Will Blow Your Mind

This recipe puts a fresh spin on Rhodes cinnamon rolls by infusing heavy cream with cardamom. We use the infused cream to soak the rolls before baking and to whip up a light, flavorful frosting. The result? Rolls that are extra moist, subtly spiced, and topped with a creamy finish you’ll adore.

Ingredients

• 1 package of Rhodes cinnamon rolls (12 rolls)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 5-6 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
• 2-3 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Thaw the rolls: The night before, place the frozen Rhodes cinnamon rolls in a greased baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap and let them thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
2. Infuse the cream: In the morning, take the rolls out of the fridge and let them sit at room temperature to start rising. Meanwhile, get the infused cream going:
   • In a small saucepan, mix 1 cup of heavy cream with 5-6 lightly crushed cardamom pods.
   • Warm it over low heat until it just starts to simmer.
   • Take it off the heat and let it steep for 15-20 minutes.
   • Strain out the cardamom pods and let the cream cool to room temperature.
     Tip: Need it cooled faster? Pop it in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
3. Soak the rolls: Once the rolls are rising and the cream’s cool, pour 1/2 cup of the infused cream evenly over them.
4. Let them rise: Keep the rolls rising until they’ve doubled in size, following the package timing.
5. Bake them up: Preheat your oven and bake the rolls as the package directs.
6. Whip the frosting: While the rolls bake, make the frosting:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of infused cream with 2-3 tablespoons of powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
   • Whip it until soft peaks form.
     Note: Want it thicker? Whip to stiff peaks, but don’t go overboard.
7. Frost and serve: When the rolls are done and slightly cooled, spread or dollop the whipped cream frosting on top.
8. Dig in: Serve them warm and enjoy that incredible cardamom-cinnamon combo!