Texas Cinnamon Rolls
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these Texas Cinnamon Rolls—soft, fluffy, and bursting with bold cinnamon-sugar flavor. Perfectly sized for sharing (or not!), these oversized rolls are made with a rich, buttery dough, generously swirled with a decadent brown sugar-cinnamon filling, and slathered with velvety cream cheese icing. The recipe combines traditional baking techniques like kneading and rising to create a pillowy texture that’s worth every minute of preparation. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or craving a special breakfast, these giant cinnamon rolls are guaranteed to steal the spotlight. With keywords like "Texas-sized cinnamon rolls," "homemade cinnamon rolls," and "cream cheese icing," this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves bakery-style indulgence fresh from the oven.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 0.25 cup Warm water
- 2 Large eggs
- 4.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Brown sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Whole milk (for icing)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of whole milk over low heat until warm (not hot), then stir in 1/4 cup unsalted butter and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until melted. Remove from heat and let cool to lukewarm.
In a small bowl, dissolve 2.25 teaspoons of active dry yeast in 1/4 cup warm water and let bloom for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk mixture, bloomed yeast, and 2 large eggs. Mix until combined.
Gradually add 4.5 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt, mixing until a rough dough forms. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add a little flour if too sticky.
Form the dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, and cover with a damp towel. Let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
In a small bowl, mix 1.5 cups of brown sugar and 1.5 tablespoons of ground cinnamon for the filling. Set aside.
After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it into a large rectangle (about 18x12 inches) on a floured surface.
Spread 1/2 cup softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top, leaving a small border around the edges.
Starting at one long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal and cut the log into 12 equal pieces using a sharp knife or dental floss.
Place the rolls in a greased 9x13 baking dish, spacing them slightly apart. Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffed.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
While the rolls bake, prepare the icing: Beat 4 ounces of softened cream cheese, 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons whole milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Remove the rolls from the oven and let cool slightly before spreading the icing generously over the tops.
Serve warm and enjoy these decadent Texas-sized cinnamon rolls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5741 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.2 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.7 g | 538% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 850 mg | 283% | |
| Sodium | 3074 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 948.8 g | 345% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 515.0 g | ||
| Protein | 88.5 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 911 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 30.5 mg | 169% | |
| Potassium | 1764 mg | 38% | |
*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.
