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Easy Giant Cinnamon Roll Recipe

Easy Giant Cinnamon Roll Recipe

This delicious giant cinnamon roll is perfect for breakfast or dessert, with layers of cinnamon sugar and a creamy glaze.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 0.25 ounce active dry yeast one packet
  • 1 cup warm milk about 110°F
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1.5 cups confectioners' sugar for glaze
  • 3 tablespoons milk for glaze
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract for glaze

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
  • Add sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually mix in the flour to form a dough.
  • Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
  • Roll dough into a large rectangle and spread with softened butter. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.
  • Roll up the rectangle into a log and shape it in a circular pan. Let rise for 30 minutes.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Mix confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze. Drizzle over the warm cinnamon roll.

Notes

Best served warm. Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.