Transform your love for cinnamon rolls into a grand affair with this Giant Cinnamon Roll Cake. This recipe takes the classic comfort of cinnamon rolls and elevates it to a show-stopping cake size, ensuring each slice is rich in layers of sweet cinnamon. Moist, tender, and packed with aromatic cinnamon swirls, this cake is designed to make your dessert experience extraordinarily delightful. The creamy glaze adds the perfect finishing touch, draping the spiced cake in a silky robe of sweetness.
Why You’ll Love This: If you're a fan of cinnamon rolls, imagine all that gooey, spiced goodness expanded into a cake that's both visually impressive and satisfyingly rich. This Giant Cinnamon Roll Cake offers more of everything you love—more cinnamon, more sweetness, and more joy in each bite. The soft, pillowy texture combined with the deep flavors of cinnamon and brown sugar makes this dessert not just a treat, but a decadent escape.
Perfect Occasion: This cake is perfect for any gathering where you want to impress, from holiday celebrations and family gatherings to cozy weekend brunches. It’s an excellent choice for a birthday cake for someone who loves unique twists on classic desserts. Additionally, it's a comforting pick-me-up that's perfect for sharing during community events or school functions.
Decoration Tips: For a beautiful presentation, ensure the cake is generously glazed while still slightly warm so the glaze can seep into the crevices. Sprinkle the top with a little ground cinnamon or delicate curls of cinnamon sticks for a charming rustic look. Serve each slice on a plate drizzled with more glaze or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to complement the warm spices.
Ingredients:
- For the Dough:
- 3/4 cup of milk, warmed
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 85 grams of unsalted butter
- 10 grams of dry yeast
- 1 room temperature egg
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 3 and 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- For the Filling:
- 1 and 1/4 cups of brown sugar
- 150 grams of butter, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons of cinnamon powder
- For the Glaze:
- 115 grams of cream cheese
- 40 grams of butter, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons of milk
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
- For the dough, mix warm milk with sugar and butter. Add yeast and let it sit until frothy. Mix in the egg, water, sugar, vanilla, flour, and salt until a dough forms. Let rise under a damp cloth in a warm place until doubled.
- For the filling, combine brown sugar, room temperature butter, and cinnamon.
- Roll out the dough, spread the filling, and roll it up. Place it in a well-buttered baking mold.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until golden. Let cool slightly in the pan to allow the caramel layer to set.
- For the glaze, beat together cream cheese, butter, milk, vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Pour the glaze over the warm cinnamon roll cake before serving.
Enjoy this Giant Cinnamon Roll Cake, a splendid creation that brings the essence of cozy, spiced treats to your table, making it the star of any dessert spread!
