Giant Cinnamon Roll
Ingredients you'll need
For the dough:
- 3 cups (378g) + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided (plus more for flouring surface)
- 1 packet (8g) instant yeast
- 1/3 cup (70g) sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) dairy-free milk, unsweetened
- 1/4 cup (60g) vegan yogurt or apple sauce
- 1/4 cup (40g) vegan butter
For the filling:
- 1/3 cup (80g) vegan butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
Let's get cookin'
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups flour, instant yeast, and sugar. Warm the dairy-free milk slightly (it should be lukewarm, not hot). Add the warm milk, vegan yogurt (or apple sauce), and melted vegan butter to the dry ingredients.
- Mix until combined, then knead for 8-10 minutes until you have a soft, elastic dough. Add the extra tablespoon of flour if the dough is too sticky. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rest in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- While the dough rises, prepare the filling: In a bowl, cream together the softened vegan butter, ground cinnamon, and brown sugar until well combined and spreadable.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a well-floured surface into a large rectangle. Spread the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly over the entire surface of the dough. Cut the dough into 6 long strips in the direction of the long side of the rectangle.
- Take one strip and roll it up tightly like a traditional cinnamon roll. Place this rolled strip at the end of the second strip, then roll both together.
- Continue this process with each remaining strip, rolling the growing cinnamon roll onto the next strip until all 6 strips are combined into one giant spiral.
- Place the giant cinnamon roll in a greased baking dish. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. The top should be deeply golden and spring back when gently pressed.
- Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Optionally, drizzle with icing or cream cheese frosting.
I like to call this: Epic giant cinnamon roll
Prepare to be amazed by this giant cinnamon roll that takes the classic pastry to epic proportions! This layered cinnamon roll recipe uses a clever technique of rolling multiple strips together to create one massive, show-stopping dessert that's guaranteed to impress. The vegan cinnamon roll features soft, pillowy yeasted dough filled with a buttery cinnamon-sugar mixture that creates beautiful swirls throughout.
What makes this epic cinnamon roll so special is the layering technique - instead of making individual rolls, you cut the filled dough into strips and roll them together, creating a spectacular spiral effect with extra layers of cinnamon goodness. The result is a giant pastry that's crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and absolutely packed with cinnamon-sugar flavor.
Perfect for weekend baking projects, special brunches, or anytime you want to create something truly memorable, this oversized cinnamon roll is surprisingly manageable despite its impressive size. The dairy-free yeast dough is easy to work with, and the technique is simpler than it looks. Serve this centerpiece dessert warm with a drizzle of icing for the ultimate indulgent treat!
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