Ingredients for Giant Cinnamon Rolls
- 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 large eggs
- Vegetable Oil
- 6-7 cups all-purpose flour
- Butter
- Light Brown Sugar
- Cinnamon
- Raisins
- Cream Cheese
- Powdered Sugar
- Vanilla
- Milk
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How to Make Giant Cinnamon Rolls
- In a large mixing bowl, dissolve 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast in 1 cup warm water (105-115°F). Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add ½ cup granulated sugar and stir to combine.
- Stir in 2 large eggs, lightly beaten, and ½ cup vegetable oil.
- Gradually add 6-7 cups all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. You may not need all the flour; add just enough until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl and is soft but manageable.
- Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-1.5 hours).
- Punch down the dough and divide it in half.
- Roll out one half of the dough into a 15x20 inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, ½ cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter, and ½ cup raisins (optional).
- Spread the filling evenly over the dough rectangle using a rubber spatula.
- Tightly roll up the dough from the long side, pinching the seam to seal.
- Using unflavored dental floss or kitchen thread, slice the roll into 14 equal pieces.
- Place the rolls cut-side down in two greased 9x13 inch glass baking pans.
- Repeat steps 7-12 with the remaining dough and filling.
- Cover the pans and let the rolls rise again until doubled in size (about 30-45 minutes).
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Watch carefully to prevent over-browning. Baking time may vary depending on your oven.
- While rolls are baking, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together 8 ounces (227g) softened cream cheese, ½ cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually beat in 3-4 cups powdered sugar, adding milk (1-2 tablespoons at a time) until desired consistency is reached.
- Generously frost the warm cinnamon rolls about 5 minutes after removing from the oven.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
25 g
Sugar
141g
Fat
45g
Carbs
26g
