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Giant Cinnamon Roll

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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Yield: 1 giant roll (serves 8–10)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Giant Cinnamon Roll recipe is a stunning centerpiece for brunch or special occasions. Featuring soft, fluffy dough swirled with buttery cinnamon sugar and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze, it’s everything you love about classic cinnamon rolls in one show-stopping treat. Perfect for holidays, breakfast gatherings, or cozy weekends, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress and satisfy.

Ingredients

3/4 cup lukewarm water

1/4 cup sugar

3 1/2 tsp active dry yeast (about 1 1/2 packets)

3 Tbsp butter

1/2 cup milk

1 Tbsp vanilla extract

1 tsp salt

3 cups flour

4 tbsp butter (filling)

3/4 cup brown sugar

3 tsp cinnamon

2 Tbsp flour (filling)

1/8 tsp salt (filling)

1 cup powdered sugar

1 tbsp butter (icing)

3 Tbsp milk (icing)

1 tsp vanilla extract (icing)

Pinch of salt (icing)

Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer with the dough hook, combine lukewarm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes to proof.
  2. Heat butter and milk until lukewarm (about 110°F), then add to the yeast mixture along with vanilla. Stir in salt.
  3. Add flour and knead with the mixer until a shaggy dough forms. Continue kneading for 2 minutes on low speed.
  4. Transfer dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 25 minutes.
  5. Make the filling by mixing melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, and salt into a paste.
  6. Roll out the dough into an 8 x 10-inch rectangle. Spread the filling evenly across the dough.
  7. Cut the rectangle lengthwise into four long strips. Roll up one strip, place it in the center of a greased pie dish, then wrap the remaining strips around it to form a giant spiral. Pinch ends together.
  8. Let rise for another 25 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for a slower rise.
  9. Preheat oven to 400°F. Bake for 25–35 minutes, covering loosely with foil if browning too quickly.
  10. Allow to cool slightly. Make the glaze by whisking melted butter, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Pour over the warm cinnamon roll and spread evenly.
  11. Serve warm or allow glaze to set before slicing.

Notes

  • Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the filling for extra texture.
  • Use cream cheese glaze instead of vanilla glaze for a tangy finish.
  • Dough can be prepped and refrigerated overnight for easy morning baking.
  • Leftovers can be stored for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Use a thermometer to ensure the center reaches about 190°F when done.
  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of roll)
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Find it online: https://kitchenloving.com/giant-cinnamon-roll/