Craft a massive cinnamon swirl?

Put your swirling skills to the test and create a masterpiece of cinnamon goodness! Get ready to embark on a delicious journey as we take cinnamon rolls to a whole new level. It's time to let your inner pastry artist shine!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, craft a massive cinnamon swirl. Items include: all-purpose flour granulated sugar instant yeast salt milk unsalted butter egg packed brown sugar ground cinnamon

all-purpose flour 2 cups
granulated sugar 1/4 cup
instant yeast 1 package
salt 1/2 teaspoon
milk 1/2 cup
unsalted butter 1/4 cup melted, 1/2 cup softened
egg 1
packed brown sugar 1 cup
ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons

Take note
Before we begin, be cautious when working with hot ovens and sharp utensils. It's always a good idea to have an adult around, especially if you're new to baking. Also, keep in mind that this recipe contains lots of cinnamon goodness, so make sure to check if anyone has any allergies.

1

Prepare the Dough

To start off, gather all the ingredients for the dough: 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1 package of instant yeast, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 cup of milk, 1/4 cup of unsalted butter (melted), and 1 large egg. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In a microwave-safe bowl, warm the milk for about 30 seconds until it's lukewarm. Add the melted butter, egg, and warmed milk to the dry ingredients. Mix everything together until a soft dough forms.

2

Knead and Rise

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough feels too sticky, you can add a little more flour. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size. During this time, you can prepare the cinnamon filling.

3

Make the Cinnamon Filling

For the irresistible cinnamon swirl, you'll need 1/2 cup of unsalted butter (softened), 1 cup of packed brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together until well combined.

4

Roll and Assemble

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a large rectangle, about 12x18 inches. Spread the prepared cinnamon filling evenly over the dough. Starting from one long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Seal the edges by pinching them together.

5

Create the Swirl

Carefully slice the rolled dough log into 12 equal pieces. Place each piece in a greased baking dish, leaving a small gap between them. Cover the dish with the kitchen towel again, and let the dough rise for an additional 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) during this time.

6

Bake and Enjoy

Once the dough has completed its final rise, it's time to bake! Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cinnamon swirls are golden and fragrant. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning. Once done, remove from the oven and let them cool slightly. Dig in and savor the marvelous cinnamon goodness!