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Malai Rolls: Creamy Sweet Rolls Made Easy for Parties
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Malai Rolls

Light, creamy Indian sweet rolls with a cardamom-infused filling. These buttery pastries melt in your mouth and are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 370
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp dried yeast
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup thick cream
  • 1 3/4 cups sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence
  • 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
  • 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)

Method
 

  1. Combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl. Whisk to blend.
  2. Heat milk to 38°C (warm), melt butter into the milk. Let mixture cool slightly.
  3. Pour liquid into dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Let dough rest in a warm place until doubled in size (proofing).
  6. Roll out dough into thin circles, cut into 8 pieces. Make a pocket in each by pinching the sides.
  7. Mix sweetened condensed milk, thick cream, vanilla, and cardamom in a bowl. Fill each roll with the mixture.
  8. Seal edges, brush with egg wash or milk/water for vegan option.
  9. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes until golden and set.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Whole wheat flour gives a denser texture. For halal, use clarified oil instead of butter. Substitute plant milk or water as needed. Reduce sugar to 30g for less sweetness. Egg wash enhances shine; vegan version uses a milk/oil wash.