Giant Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Giant Cinnamon Rolls, the perfect blend of soft, pillowy dough and rich, gooey cinnamon-sugar filling, all topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze. This recipe elevates classic cinnamon rolls by crafting them oversized for a bakery-style experience right in your kitchen. With a fragrant combination of brown sugar and cinnamon wrapped inside tender, buttery dough, every bite is pure decadence. The recipe is surprisingly easy to follow, with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, whole milk, and active dry yeast, and is ready in just a few steps, including a satisfying hand-kneading process. Perfect for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or anytime you crave something warm and delightful, these homemade cinnamon rolls are best served fresh from the oven with that creamy glaze melting into every crevice. Treat your loved ones to an unforgettable sweet treat that will fill your home with the irresistible aroma of cinnamon and sugar!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole milk
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
• 1.5 cups Packed brown sugar
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 large Eggs

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, heat the whole milk until warm (not boiling). Pour the milk into a large mixing bowl and stir in 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

Add 1/2 cup of the softened unsalted butter to the yeast mixture along with the eggs and salt. Mix well until smooth.

Step 3

Gradually add in the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Roll the dough out into a large rectangle (about 16 inches by 12 inches). Spread the remaining 1/2 cup of unsalted butter evenly over the surface.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and packed brown sugar. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough.

Step 7

Tightly roll the dough into a log, starting from the longer edge. Slice the log into 6 equal pieces to create oversized rolls.

Step 8

Place the rolls into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, leaving space between them. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes until the rolls puff up.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

While the rolls bake, prepare the cream cheese glaze. Beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, the remaining 3/4 cup granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of whole milk until smooth and creamy.

Step 11

Allow the cinnamon rolls to cool slightly before drizzling the cream cheese glaze generously over the top.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your delicious giant cinnamon rolls!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1877.1 grams (1877.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6339

Total Fat 158.70g	203%
Saturated Fat 87.50g	438%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.90g
Cholesterol 764mg	255%
Sodium 3084mg	134%
Total Carbohydrate 1159.90g	422%
Dietary Fiber 26.00g	93%
Total Sugars 680.10g
Protein 93.60g	187%

Vitamin D 189IU	947%
Calcium 1026mg	79%
Iron 34mg	188%
Potassium 2014mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.2%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 72.0%