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RECIPE

Easy Einkorn Cinnamon Rolls with Brown Butter Tahini Glaze
8 servings
These soft, satisfying cinnamon rolls are made with 100% organic, farm-fresh milled Einkorn Flour from Bluebird Grain Farms — a nutrient-dense ancient grain grown with care, regeneratively. Top with a rich, tahini based glaze for a savory-sweet finish.
Ingredients
For the Dough
  • 1 cup warm whole milk 110°F
  • 2¼ tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup melted butter
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 4 cups Bluebird Organic Einkorn Flour
For the Filling
  • ½ cup salted butter softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp ground cinnamon
Brown Butter Tahini Glaze
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • 2 Tbsp tahini sesame paste
  • 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp warm milk to thin as needed
  • Pinch flaky sea salt optional, for garnish
Instructions
Activate the Yeast
  • In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Make the Dough
  • Add melted butter, sugar, eggs, and salt. Mix in 4 cups of Bluebird Einkorn Flour until a soft, sticky dough forms.
  • No need to knead. Einkorn dough benefits from gentle mixing — about 2–3 minutes with a dough hook or by hand.
  • Rest the Dough
  • Cover and let rest at room temperature for 15–20 minutes to hydrate the flour and relax the dough.
First Rise
  • Transfer to a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling
  • Mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a smooth paste.
Roll & Fill
  • Lightly flour your work surface. Roll the dough into a 15" x 20" rectangle. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly, leaving a ½-inch border.
Form & Slice
  • Roll the dough up from the long side. Pinch the seam to seal. Slice into 12 even rolls using a sharp knife or dental floss.
Second Rise
  • Arrange rolls in a greased 9x13 baking dish. Cover and rise for 30–45 minutes.
Bake
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Make the Glaze:
  • Brown the Butter: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat until it foams and turns golden brown, with a nutty aroma (about 3–4 minutes). Remove from heat.
  • Whisk in Tahini & Maple Syrup: While the butter is still warm, stir in tahini and maple syrup until smooth.
  • Add vanilla and sugar Whisk until thick and creamy.
  • Thin if Needed: Add warm milk 1 tablespoon at a time until desired drizzling consistency is reached.
Glaze & Serve
  • Spread the glaze over warm rolls and sprinkle with a touch of flaky sea salt. Serve fresh and enjoy the comforting, earthy flavor of Einkorn in every bite.