Description
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with this Giant Cinnamon Roll Cake. Overflowing with warm cinnamon and topped with a creamy glaze, this colossal cake transforms any morning into a festive occasion. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weekends, it’s easy to make and sure to impress. With its inviting aroma and delightful flavor, this cake will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (plus more for brushing)
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients at room temperature.
- In a bowl, mix warm milk with sugar and yeast; let sit until bubbly.
- Combine flour and salt in a mixing bowl, then add the yeast mixture and melted butter; mix until sticky dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, brush with melted butter, sprinkle sugar and cinnamon evenly.
- Tightly roll the dough into a log shape and cut into 12 thick slices; place them snugly in a greased round pan.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with vanilla extract and enough milk until smooth; drizzle over the warm cake before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (96g)
- Calories: 329
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg