Super Simple Cinnamon Rolls with Hotteok Mix
Super Simple Cinnamon Rolls with Hotteok Mix
Effortless Homemade Cinnamon Rolls using Hotteok Mix in an Air Fryer
Craving a sweet, warm pastry with your Americano? Whip up these delightful cinnamon rolls at home with ease! Using a pre-made Hotteok mix makes this home baking project incredibly simple, perfect even for beginners. Enjoy a satisfyingly sweet treat with minimal effort. Let’s bake some delicious cinnamon rolls today!
Ingredients- 1 packet of store-bought Hotteok mix
- 180ml warm water
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, grab a packet of store-bought Hotteok mix, readily available at most grocery stores. These mixes typically come with the dough ingredients and the sweet filling, making them incredibly convenient. Hotteok itself is a delicious year-round snack!
Step 2
Gather your tools: a mixing bowl, a spatula, and a rolling pin.
Step 3
Prepare 180ml of warm water. It should feel comfortably warm to the touch, not hot. Dissolve the yeast packet (usually included in the Hotteok mix) into this warm water. Stir until the yeast is fully dissolved and there are no clumps.
Step 4
Pour the Hotteok mix powder into the bowl with the dissolved yeast and water. Use your spatula to mix everything together thoroughly. Ensure there are no dry pockets of flour and that it’s evenly combined. It might seem a bit wet at first, which is perfectly normal.
Step 5
Once the mixture starts coming together as a dough, knead it either in the bowl or on a clean countertop for about 5-10 minutes. Kneading develops the gluten, resulting in a chewier texture. Continue kneading until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. You’ll know it’s ready when it’s no longer sticky and has a pleasant surface.
Step 6
Now, prepare the sweet filling mix that came with your Hotteok packet. While the provided mix is great on its own, you can enhance it further by adding finely chopped nuts (like walnuts or almonds) or raisins for extra texture and flavor.
Step 7
Take the kneaded dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangular shape. Aim for a thickness of about 0.3 to 0.5 cm (roughly 1/8 to 1/4 inch). Evenly spread the sweet filling mixture all over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border along one edge. This border will help seal the roll later.
Step 8
Carefully roll up the dough tightly, starting from the edge opposite the border, similar to rolling a sushi mat or a jelly roll. Roll it up as snugly as possible to ensure the cinnamon rolls hold their shape when cut.
Step 9
Once rolled, slice the dough log into individual cinnamon rolls. Aim for pieces about 2 to 3 cm (about 1 inch) thick. Use a sharp knife or a bench scraper for clean cuts. These slices are your individual cinnamon rolls!
Step 10
Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F). Line the air fryer basket or tray with parchment paper and arrange the cut cinnamon rolls, ensuring they have a little space between them so they don’t stick together while baking. Place them in the preheated air fryer and bake for 15 minutes. For even browning, you can carefully open the air fryer halfway through (around 7-8 minutes) and flip the rolls.
Step 11
Your cinnamon rolls are ready when they are golden brown and look deliciously baked. Carefully remove them from the air fryer and arrange them attractively on a serving plate. They are best enjoyed warm!
Step 12
And there you have it – warm, sweet, and delightfully simple cinnamon rolls! They offer a wonderful alternative to traditional fried hotteok, with a slightly crisper texture and a lighter feel. They pair perfectly with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk for a delightful snack or dessert.
