Best 5 Giant Cinnamon Rolls Recipes

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Indulge in the irresistible aroma of freshly baked Giant Cinnamon Rolls, a delightful pastry that combines the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. These colossal treats are a symphony of flavors, featuring a soft and fluffy dough swirled with a generous filling of cinnamon sugar, and finished with a decadent cream cheese frosting. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we present two delectable recipes for these cinnamon roll giants: one for a classic version and another for a decadent chocolate variation. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to guide you through the process of creating these impressive pastries, from preparing the dough to achieving the perfect swirl and bake. Whether you prefer the timeless charm of classic cinnamon rolls or crave the rich indulgence of chocolate, these recipes will satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you with a lasting impression.

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GIANT CINNAMON ROLL RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: unsalted butter, whole milk, granulated sugar, active dry yeast, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, butter, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, cream cheese, butter, whole milk, vanilla extract, powdered sugar

Provided by Scott Loitsch

Categories     Bakery Goods

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing the pan
2 cups whole milk, warm to the touch
½ cup granulated sugar
1 pack active dry yeast
5 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons salt
¾ cup butter, softened
¾ cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Generously butter a 1-inch (2.5 cm) cast-iron skillet or cake pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, and granulated sugar. The mixture should be just warm, registering between 100-110˚F (40˚C). If hotter, allow to cool slightly before proceeding.
  • Sprinkle the yeast evenly over the warm mixture and let sit for 1 minute. Add 4 cups of the flour to the milk mixture and mix with a wooden spoon until just combined. Cover the bowl with a towel or plastic wrap and set in a warm place to rise for 1 hour.
  • After 1 hour, the dough should have nearly doubled in size. Remove the towel and add an additional ¾ cup (95 grams) of flour, the baking powder, and salt. Stir well, then turn out onto a well-floured surface.
  • Knead the dough lightly, adding additional flour as necessary, until the dough just loses its stickiness and does not stick to the surface.
  • Roll the dough out into a large rectangle, about ½ inch (1.5 cm) thick. Fix corners to make sure they are sharp and even.
  • Make the filling: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, light brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Spread the filling mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough, spreading right to the edges.
  • Using a pizza cutter, make 3 horizontal cuts to divide the dough into 4 long, evenly-sized strips. Starting from the top, roll the first strip up from right to left. Take the first roll and place it on top of the next strip, starting again on the right side and rolling up right to left, building on the first. Continue with the remaining strips until you have a giant cinnamon roll.
  • Place the giant cinnamon roll in the prepared skillet or cake pan and cover with plastic wrap. Place in a warm spot and leave to rise for 30 minutes. The cinnamon roll should expand to the edges of the pan during this time.
  • Preheat the oven to 325˚F (160˚C).
  • Uncover the cinnamon roll and bake for 45 minutes. Cover the roll with foil to prevent the outside from burning, and bake for an additional 35 minutes.
  • While the cinnamon roll is baking, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, butter, milk, vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth.
  • Remove the cinnamon roll from the oven and let cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes. Once cool, remove from the pan and drizzle the frosting over the roll before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559 calories, Carbohydrate 74 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 28 grams

GIANT CINNAMON ROLLS



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As a young newlywed, I thought I'd take it upon myself to make cinnamon rolls because I thought that was the hallmark of a good baker. The rolls were dense like hockey pucks and somewhat flavorless. Our dear black lab Annie wouldn't even eat one. I practiced for a couple of months and entered a contest at the Iowa State Fair, and I won! -Cristen Clark, FoodandSwine.com

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 teaspoons honey
1-1/2 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup mashed potatoes
3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons salt
7-1/2 to 8 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
Dash salt
1/2 cup butter, softened
VANILLA ICING:
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
Dash salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and honey. In a large bowl, combine milk, sugar, butter, potatoes, eggs, salt, yeast mixture and 4 cups flour; beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky). Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased large bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., For filling, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, flour and salt. Punch down dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll into a 24x12-in. rectangle. Spread butter to within 1/2 in. of edges; sprinkle with brown sugar mixture. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut into 12 slices. Place in 2 greased 13x9-in. baking pans (6 slices per pan), cut side down. Cover with kitchen towels; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 350°. Bake until lightly browned, 25-30 minutes, covering loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking. Cool in pan 30 minutes. In a small bowl, mix icing ingredients; drizzle over rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 695 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 588mg sodium, Carbohydrate 122g carbohydrate (59g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

GIANT CINNAMON ROLL



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This must-try cinnamon roll is all about the pillowy texture, the sweet spices and the homemade caramel drizzle. -Leah Rekau, Taste of Home food stylist

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, warmed (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
3 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
1 large egg, room temperature, beaten
3 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
TOPPING:
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
6 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast in warm water and whipping cream until foamy. In another bowl, combine sugar and salt; add 3 cups flour, yeast mixture, egg and melted butter. Stir until moistened. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 3-4 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes., Punch down dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll into a 15x12-in. rectangle. Spread softened butter over dough. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon. Using a pizza cutter, cut into 2-in.-wide strips. Roll up 1 strip and place in the center of a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate; wrap remaining strips around center to form 1 giant roll. Cover with greased foil; let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°., Bake until golden brown, 30-40 minutes. If dough starts browning too quickly, cover lightly with foil. Cool on a wire rack., To prepare topping, combine sugar and water in a small saucepan; cook over medium heat until it turns light amber. Add butter, stirring vigorously. Remove from heat; add cream while continuing to stir vigorously. Cool slightly. Pour 3/4 cup sauce over warm roll; sprinkle with salt. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 354mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GIANT APPLE CINNAMON ROLL



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This party-sized cinnamon roll is super gooey and comforting -- and sure to wow guests at your next brunch.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 3h45m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup whole milk
One 1/4-ounce packet active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 3/4 to 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting (see Cook's Note)
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus more for greasing the pan
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 large egg yolk
Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the bowl
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into small dice
1 cup apple butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
4 ounces cream cheese
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons whole milk

Steps:

  • For the dough: Warm the milk and 1/2 cup of water in a small saucepan over low heat until a thermometer registers 100 to 110 degrees F. Remove from the heat and sprinkle the yeast and a pinch of granulated sugar over top. Set aside undisturbed until foamy, about 5 minutes.
  • Whisk together the salt, 2 3/4 cups flour and remaining granulated sugar in a large bowl. Generously butter a 10-inch springform pan.
  • Combine the melted butter, vanilla and egg yolk in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and mix on low until combined. Add the yeast mixture and continue to mix on low until combined. Add the flour mixture and mix on low until a thick and slightly sticky dough forms. Once the dough comes together, switch to the dough hook and knead on medium speed, adding up to 1/4 cup more flour if needed, to make a soft, smooth ball that sticks to the hook, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Coat a large bowl generously with cooking spray. Add the dough, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise at room temperature until the dough is doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  • For the filling: Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and cook, swirling, until melted. Add the diced apples and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 8 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the apple butter. Transfer to a medium bowl to cool completely.
  • When the dough is ready, punch it down and turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead a few times, then roll into a rectangle 12 inches by 18 inches, keeping the longer side closest to you. Spread the cooled apple filling evenly all over the dough. Sprinkle with the granulated sugar. Use a pizza cutter to cut the dough crosswise into 1-inch strips. Starting on the left side, roll 1 strip up jelly roll style. When you get to the end, press another strip to the first one and continue rolling. Repeat this with 2 more strips. Carefully transfer the rolled dough to the center of the prepared pan. The spiral should be facing up. Continue coiling the remaining strips of dough filling-side in around the middle roll until the pan is filled. This might get messy, but that's part of the fun. Loosely cover the pan with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • Position an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Bake until the cinnamon roll is puffed and golden brown, about 50 minutes. Let cool on a rack for 10 minutes.
  • For the glaze: Meanwhile, microwave the cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl until softened, 10 to 15 seconds. Add the confectioners' sugar and milk and whisk until smooth.
  • Remove the outer ring from the springform pan. Pour the glaze on top of the cinnamon roll, then use a spatula to spread it all over. Cut into 8 to 10 wedges.

GIANT CINNAMON ROLLS



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I've tried several cinnamon roll recipes and my husband always asks me to go back to this one. I love taking these to friends and family while they are still warm. They're always well received. It makes a big batch of large cinnamon rolls but they'll be eaten, guaranteed. I top each warm roll generously with frosting but I still usually have some leftover. You might want to reduce the amount you make. Just a suggestion. Note: I just made these last night as I haven't made them in quite awhile. I did a few things a little differently. First, I am getting better at working with bread dough that is very soft. A softer dough produces a lighter roll. Secondly, I baked them in glass pans. Glass pans are the only way to go. The brown sugar filling carmelized and the bottoms and sides of the rolls were a lovely golden brown. Last night, I enjoyed the best cinnamon roll I have EVER tasted. It was the combination of a light but thick roll, carmelized filling, and a warm ooey gooey cream cheese frosting. Be sure to watch the rolls carefully and do not overbake! It might take a few tries to figure out how much time and what temperature works best. PLEASE TRY!

Provided by Delish

Categories     Breads

Time 2h15m

Yield 28-30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 cups warm water
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons yeast
2 tablespoons salt
2 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
13 cups flour
1 cup butter, melted
2 cups packed light brown sugar
4 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast and warm water in a very large mixing bowl for about 5 minutes.
  • Add sugar and stir. Stir in lightly beaten eggs and oil.
  • Gradually mix in flour and salt to liquid mixture. You might not need entire amount of flour. Add enough until dough begins to move away from sides of bowl and is soft but manageable.
  • Cover dough and let rise until doubled.
  • Punch dough down and divide in half. Roll out one half into a rectangle.
  • Combine filling ingredients except raisins. Spread evenly over rectangle with rubber spatula. Sprinkle evenly with raisins if desired.
  • Roll up dough, beginning at long end. Pinch ends to seal. Using thread or dental floss, slice into rolls, about 14. Place cut side down in a greased pan.
  • Repeat with remaining half of dough and filling.
  • Cover and let rise until doubled.
  • Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes. Time varies from oven to oven. Check at earliest time to prevent over browning.
  • For frosting, beat together softened cream cheese and butter.
  • Beat in milk and vanilla.
  • Gradually beat in powdered sugar; beating until smooth.
  • Generously frost warm rolls, about 5 minutes after removing from oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 48.4, Sodium 623.9, Carbohydrate 80.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 35.4, Protein 7.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh yeast. Active dry yeast is best, but instant yeast can also be used. If using active dry yeast, proof it in warm water with a little sugar before adding it to the dough.
  • Make sure the butter is cold. This will help to create flaky layers in the rolls.
  • Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the rolls tough.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place. This will help the yeast to grow and the rolls to become light and fluffy.
  • Bake the rolls at a high temperature. This will help to create a crispy crust.
  • Brush the rolls with melted butter as soon as they come out of the oven. This will help to keep them moist.

Conclusion:

Giant cinnamon rolls are a delicious and impressive treat. They're perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. These tips will help you make the best giant cinnamon rolls possible.

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