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Cinnamon Roll Wreath

breakfast· doughnuts and sweet rolls· Easter· Holiday Favorites
December 19, 2016

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Cinnamon Roll Wreath – A fun, new way to serve a plate of cinnamon rolls for breakfast or brunch. Your guests will go crazy for the presentation, as well as the taste of these cinnamon rolls!

Cinnamon Roll Wreath on wax paperI typically plan out the recipes I share with you all pretty far in advance. I have a list of favorite recipes and they’re all scheduled out meticulously. However, sometimes something new and unexpected comes along and ruins that entire schedule. Today, is one of those recipes.

Enter the cinnamon roll wreath. Yes, you read that right. I first saw this on Sally’s Baking Addiction. If you haven’t met Sally, you gotta check her out! I’ve been following her for years. There’s not a recipe on her blog that I don’t trust. She’s a genius!

Anywho, so I saw this recipe on her blog. I was so amazed at the beauty of the wreath. I had never seen anything like it. Ever! I loved the uniqueness of it. It was sure to be a hit at any brunch or party. I had a college football tailgate coming up and I thought everyone would love this wreath. Plus, it was huge and could feed a bunch of people so it was perfect for feeding a crowd.

Closeup of the Cinnamon Roll Wreath cinnamon roll wreath covered in icing and christmas colored sprinkles cinnamon roll wreath on wax paper covered in icing and red white and green sprink;es

People went CRAZY for this wreath! The reaction from everyone was kind of shocking. I knew people would like it but man…everyone kept coming up to it and gasping in delight. I must admit, I felt pretty proud of myself that morning.

Because of the reaction, I knew I had to make this again and share it with you all.

The best part about this wreath is that you can use any cinnamon bun dough that you want. I used the dough recipe from these apple pie cinnamon rolls. For the filling, I used 2 tablespoons of melted butter, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 1/2 tablespoons of cinnamon. And don’t forget that icing! I used a simple recipe: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. But you can use water you want. I have a great cream cheese icing recipe on those apple pie cinnamon rolls so feel free to use that, instead.

Oh and I can’t forget those festive sprinkles! I added those at the end to make them perfect for holiday entertaining. Or even for Christmas breakfast! What’s even better, you can switch out the sprinkles for different holidays: hearts for Valentine’s Day, clovers for St Patrick’s day, patriotic sprinkles for 4th of July…The possibilities are endless!

Slicing the cinnamon rolls and arranging them in a wreath cinnamon roll wreath after adding the icingcinnamon roll wreath after adding the icing

I know this wreath sounds super intimidating. When I first saw it, I thought “How can this even be possible?!” But when reading Sally’s blog, she referred her readers to the tutorial on The Kitchn, where they showed step-by-step photos how to make a cinnamon dough wreath. It looked so easy. There is no way you can mess this wreath up. But in case you still don’t feel up to the challenge, I have some more tips for you:

  1. Just like I say every single time, you gotta knead the dough for the full 5 minutes. I always knead by hand because I can get a better read on the dough that way. Once it’s smooth and elastic, it’s ready for proofing.
  2. When rolling up the dough with filling, make sure you roll it tight and evenly. This will ensure that your cinnamon rolls are all the same size. When I made it the first time, half of the cinnamon rolls were huge and the other half were normal. So I knew better the second time around.
  3. Before you cut the dough, place it on your baking sheet. It is such a pain to transfer the cut log and try to keep it together. Trust me.
  4. Make sure the seam stays tucked and face down. The first time I made it, it wasn’t perfectly tucked so it slightly unraveled during baking. It was so slight so it only looked a little wonky and I don’t think anyone really noticed. But I noticed so it was enough for me to learn from the mistake.
  5. Just remember: even if it doesn’t look perfect to you, everyone else will be so amazed by it that they won’t even see those little imperfections. So don’t worry and give it a try!

Now, you’re ready to tackle this cinnamon wreath! If you are still worried about trying it out, just shoot me a comment or email and I promise to help you as much as I can. You can do this!

Recipe:

zoomed in shot of a Cinnamon Roll Wreath
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Cinnamon Roll Wreath

A fun, new way to serve a plate of cinnamon rolls. Your guests will go crazy for the presentation, as well as the taste of these cinnamon rolls!
Prep Time25 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time57 mins
Servings: 20 rolls

Ingredients

For the dough:
  • 1 package active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup water lukewarm
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk scalded
  • 1/3 cup butter unsalted, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups flour
For the filling:
  • 2 tablespoons butter salted, melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
For the icing:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 bottle seasonal sprinkles

Instructions

For the dough:
  • In a small bowl, add yeast and 2 teaspoons of the sugar to the lukewarm water and let it sit until it dissolves and the yeast begins to foam, about 10 minutes.
  • In the mixing bowl of a stand mixer using the dough hook attachment, (or a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer) add scalded milk, melted butter, beaten egg, remaining sugar, and salt and mix on low speed until combined. Add half of the flour and mix until smooth.
  • Add yeast mixture and continue to mix on low.Slowly add the remaining flour until fully incorporated.
  • Remove dough from mixer bowl and then knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes. Make sure you knead for the whole time. The dough may be pretty sticky so add more flour to keep it from sticking to the surface, as needed.
  • Remove dough, place in a greased bowl, cover, and set aside on countertop or warm place (I put in my microwave without turning it on). Let it rise until it is double in size, about 2 hours.
For the filling:
  • When dough has risen, remove cover and, using your fist, punch the dough down and remove from the bowl. Roll out on a well-floured surface into a 12x18 inch rectangle. Spread the 2 tablespoons of melted butter almost out to the edges, but not quite.
  • Mix sugar and cinnamon together to create the filling. Sprinkle filling evenly over the melted butter. I use a spoon to help me do this. Gently begin to roll the dough from the long end to the other, tucking the dough tightly and evenly. You should end up with a log 18 inches long.
  • Grab a large baking sheet and place parchment paper on top. Place the cinnamon roll log on top of baking sheet, uncut and seam-side facing down. Using a serrated knife, cut the dough into 20 pieces, making sure NOT to cut all the way through. Lay each roll on its side in the same direction and gently begin to form log into a wreath. Place ends on top of each other to seal the wreath. Adjust each roll so it is facing up. You may have to cut the rolls a little more to move them the way you want them to go. Also, you may have to make the wreath into an oval to fit onto the baking sheet, like I did. Remember, it will rise during the second proofing and baking so you want to give it enough room from the edge of the pan. While you were adjusting the log into a wreath, the seam may have become exposed. Make sure to tuck it back under so it doesn't unravel more during baking.
  • Add an oven-proof ramekin or small bowl to center to keep it perfectly round. Cover with plastic wrap or a towel and let rolls rise again until doubled, about 1.5 hours. Some doughs may take less so just keep and eye on it. With about 20 minutes left in the rising process, preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • When the wreath has finishing rising, bake for 23-25 minutes until deep golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before icing.
For the icing:
  • In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk together until smooth. Once rolls are slightly cooled, drizzle icing evenly over the rolls. Quickly shake sprinkles over top before the icing hardens.
  • Serve right from the baking sheet and let people pull or cut their own slice.

Notes

To save time in the morning, you can make these the night before. Once you've arranged the wreath, cover and place in the fridge overnight. In the morning, pull them out and let them get to room temperature for about 1 hour. Bake as stated above. It'll save you a couple of hours for sure!
Recipe inspired by Sally's Baking Addiction.
Tutorial provided by The Kitchn.

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Comments

  1. Annie says

    December 23, 2016 at 9:42 pm

    This looks delicious! and it’s so fun and festive for the holidays!

    Reply
  2. suzanne says

    December 21, 2016 at 10:48 am

    Ok, this looks delicious AND it’s so pretty! A total win win. Yum.

    Reply
  3. Melissa says

    December 21, 2016 at 8:16 am

    This looks amazing! It would be perfect for Christmas morning.

    Reply
  4. Kelly says

    December 20, 2016 at 9:02 pm

    Simple & so cute in the wreath shape! This would be a big hit on Christmas
    morning!!

    Reply
  5. Rachel says

    December 20, 2016 at 8:11 pm

    I totally understand and agree that sometimes inspiration comes along and totally wrecks a carefully planned editorial calendar!

    Reply
  6. Melissa Blake says

    December 20, 2016 at 6:41 pm

    These would be perfect on Christmas morning!!!! xoxo

    Reply
  7. Lauren says

    December 20, 2016 at 4:53 pm

    Do you think I could try this with the cinnamon rolls that come in a can? (dont judge! ha!)

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 20, 2016 at 6:43 pm

      Haha yes of course! I think it should work out fine if you arrange them in an oval. Just make sure to place a bowl in the center to keep the circle intact.

      Reply
  8. Maggie Unzueta says

    December 20, 2016 at 4:37 pm

    How fun! Pinned this for later.

    Reply
  9. alison abbott says

    December 20, 2016 at 4:35 pm

    This is so festive. What a great idea for Christmas morning. Can’t wait to try it.

    Reply
  10. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says

    December 20, 2016 at 2:40 pm

    Pinning!! What a terrific Christmas morning idea!

    Reply
  11. Erica Nicole says

    December 20, 2016 at 1:09 pm

    Totally pinned this recipe! It’s adorable and look so delicious!

    Reply
  12. Cait Weingartner says

    December 20, 2016 at 2:23 am

    I can’t think of anything more perfect for a Christmas morning breakfast treat! This is not only delicious looking, but I love that it’s so simple too.

    Reply
  13. Ruthie Ridley says

    December 20, 2016 at 1:30 am

    This is such a good idea!!! I wanna try this for Christmas am!

    Reply
  14. Breyona Sharpnack says

    December 20, 2016 at 12:37 am

    I love how festive this is! I want to make one for my kids for christmas breakfast. I think they will enjoy it and the sprinkles were a great touch as well!

    Reply
  15. Lindsey Maestas says

    December 20, 2016 at 12:19 am

    I love this idea!! It’s like monkey bread but better! Thanks so much for the fun recipe!

    Reply
  16. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    December 20, 2016 at 12:01 am

    What a lovely holiday sweet treat! It looks amazing and so pretty!

    Reply
  17. Rebecca Hicks says

    December 19, 2016 at 11:06 pm

    That wreath is adorable!! I love how yummy it looks, and it gives the cinnamon rolls such a festive look. It would be perfect for Christmas morning!

    Reply
  18. Dana says

    December 19, 2016 at 8:41 pm

    I love Sally’s Baking Addiction! Your wreath turned out beautifully and you’ve inspired me to try out this cinnamon roll wreath for myself!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 20, 2016 at 6:43 pm

      Thanks so much! I hope it turns out well for you too!

      Reply
  19. Kimberly @ Berly's Kitchen says

    December 19, 2016 at 7:29 pm

    You did a great job with this. I would definitely make this for my family. We love cinnamon rolls.

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 20, 2016 at 6:44 pm

      Thanks Kimberly! I was pretty proud of it 🙂

      Reply
  20. Kristie says

    December 19, 2016 at 7:16 pm

    Delicious and pretty! This looks so heavenly. Happy holidays xoxo

    Kristie

    Reply
  21. Jolina says

    December 19, 2016 at 7:13 pm

    This looks so delicious and fun to do! I’ve been teaching myself to bake bread lately and this is perfect. Would be great for Christmas morning.

    Reply
  22. Dominique says

    December 19, 2016 at 6:30 pm

    Looks amazing! I wish I was gone this year to make them – I might have to save for next year. I think they will be a winner!

    Reply
  23. Ali says

    December 19, 2016 at 6:20 pm

    I love cinnamon rolls for Christmas or New Year’s morning. These look absolutely lovely – great idea to create a roll out of the rolls. 🙂

    Reply
  24. bella says

    December 19, 2016 at 5:33 pm

    Oh my gosh!!! these look so good. I love cinnamon buns they are my fav.

    Reply
  25. Neely Moldovan says

    December 19, 2016 at 3:43 pm

    OMG Im going to be thinking about this all week now!

    Reply
  26. Kristen Kavan says

    December 19, 2016 at 3:36 pm

    this is the cutest idea/recipe! I love the christmas sprinkles on top and who doesnt love cinnamon rolls! I’m pinning this for later so when my mom asks me to make christmas breakfast, Im prepared! thanks!

    Reply
  27. Leah says

    December 19, 2016 at 3:35 pm

    I love cinnamon roll anything, and this just looks perfect! How fun for Christmas, too!

    Reply
  28. Rachel says

    December 19, 2016 at 2:41 pm

    Oh yum, this looks amazing. Perfect for Christmas too!

    Reply
  29. chloe | boxwood avenue says

    December 19, 2016 at 1:33 pm

    This looks so good – I LOVE the sprinkles! A great breakfast idea for Christmas!

    Reply
  30. Meghan says

    December 19, 2016 at 1:30 pm

    Oh man I know what I am making this weekend!!! Adding this to the list of things to make!

    Meghan | beyondbasicblog.com

    Reply
  31. Natalie says

    December 19, 2016 at 1:07 pm

    I definitely can’t wait to try this recipe out. It looks delicious!!

    Reply
  32. Alexa says

    December 19, 2016 at 1:04 pm

    Not only I am sure it is scrumptious, but eating something that looks festive is so much more fun 🙂

    Reply
  33. Jamie says

    December 19, 2016 at 12:54 pm

    What a fun breakfast idea for Christmas morning! And it looks pretty easy too!

    Reply
  34. Emily says

    December 19, 2016 at 12:42 pm

    I love cinnamon rolls, but this is such a cool way to make it festive for the holidays!

    Reply
  35. Clarissa says

    December 19, 2016 at 12:00 pm

    This is incredible! I can’t even imagine a better breakfast for Christmas morning!

    -Clarissa @ The View From Here

    Reply
  36. Erin Nichols says

    December 19, 2016 at 11:59 am

    So festive, and I’m sure it’s delicious. We are huge into cinnamon rolls at our house. Especially around Christmas time I will have to try this the next time I make them.

    Reply
  37. Becki Svare says

    December 19, 2016 at 10:47 am

    These look really delicious and decadent! My family would love to wake up to this any day 🙂

    Reply
  38. Jessica Bradshaw (@loveyoumoretoo) says

    December 19, 2016 at 9:43 am

    Cinnamon rolls are one of my favorite winter breakfast foods. I have never made my own from scratch though. Yours looks delicious!!!

    Reply
  39. Maggie says

    December 19, 2016 at 9:27 am

    I’m making this for Christmas Eve morning. Every time I make something from scratch, my kids act like I’m a miracle worker. This is going to blow their minds!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      December 19, 2016 at 12:08 pm

      Haha that’s how people react to many of the things I make! Like, “you really made that from scratch?”

      Reply
  40. Tine says

    December 19, 2016 at 9:18 am

    This is exactly what I was looking for! I wanted to make a pastry appetizer shaped like a wreath so this is ideal! You can never go wrong with cinnamon when it comes to Christmas either ^^

    Reply
  41. Ryan | A Polished Palate says

    December 19, 2016 at 9:17 am

    Looks delicious and perfect for the holidays!

    Reply
  42. Sarah Jean Althouse says

    December 19, 2016 at 9:14 am

    Practical AND beautiful!

    Reply
  43. chrissy says

    December 19, 2016 at 8:42 am

    so this is totally happening for Christmas morning!

    Reply
  44. Amber says

    December 19, 2016 at 8:31 am

    Okay this looks so pretty and delicious! I think I’ll make this for my hubbys birthday coming up.

    Xoxo Amber

    Reply
  45. candy says

    December 19, 2016 at 8:28 am

    Making cinnamon rolls is always a treat and really doesn’t take that much time. Putting them in a wreath circle doesn’t take anymore time to make. Makes for a special presentation at holiday time

    Reply
  46. Aditi Singh says

    December 19, 2016 at 8:27 am

    These are so delicious …. And I love how you have given such proper instructions … Kudos to you … Happy Holidays !

    Reply
  47. Chrissy says

    December 19, 2016 at 7:57 am

    This looks so pretty! I might try this out for Christmas morning! Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
  48. Alexandra says

    December 19, 2016 at 6:01 am

    Really need to do some Christmas cooking. Might have to give this a try sometime this week.

    Reply

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