Description
A massive, ultra-soft cinnamon roll baked in a single swirl, filled with buttery cinnamon sugar and topped with rich cream cheese icing.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt
Filling:
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cinnamon
Cream Cheese Icing:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 tbsp milk
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let bloom for 5–10 minutes.
- Add melted butter, egg, salt, and 2 1/2 cups of flour. Mix, then knead in remaining flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead 5–7 minutes until smooth. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and rise 1 hour or until doubled.
- Roll dough into a large rectangle.
- Spread softened butter over the dough and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Cut dough into long strips and roll one strip into a spiral. Continue wrapping remaining strips around it to form one giant roll.
- Place in a greased 9-inch cake pan. Cover and rise 30–40 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–35 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Whisk icing ingredients until smooth and spread over warm roll.
Notes
- If browning too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to the filling for warmth.
- For extra gooeyness, drizzle with extra melted butter before baking.
- Best served warm with icing melting into the layers.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American