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Giant Cast Iron Cinnamon Roll

Giant Cast Iron Cinnamon Roll

  • Author: Samuel
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Giant Cast Iron Cinnamon Roll recipe offers a fluffy, gooey plant-based delight filled with warm cinnamon and a lightly sweetened natural flavor. Baked perfectly in a cast iron skillet, it creates a golden crust and a rich cinnamon-sugar swirl. Ideal for brunch or dessert, this recipe uses simple pantry staples and natural ingredients to produce a shareable, customizable, and indulgent treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Dough

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm plant-based milk
  • 3 tablespoons natural sweetener (blend of brown sugar and maple syrup)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 tablespoons melted plant-based butter

Cinnamon Filling

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (natural)
  • 3 tablespoons softened plant-based butter

Glaze

  • 1/4 cup grape juice
  • 2 tablespoons softened plant-based butter
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, combine warm plant-based milk, active dry yeast, and a little natural sweetener to activate the yeast. Let it sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes. Mix in flour, salt, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and melted plant-based butter. Knead the dough on a clean surface until smooth and elastic, approximately 8-10 minutes. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
  2. Prepare the Cinnamon Filling: While the dough rises, mix the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and softened plant-based butter in a small bowl until you achieve a spreadable paste to be used inside the dough.
  3. Roll Out and Fill the Dough: Punch down the risen dough gently and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12×16 inch rectangle. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the surface, leaving a small border around the edges.
  4. Form the Roll and Prepare the Skillet: Starting from the longer side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice into 8-10 thick rolls with a sharp knife. Generously grease a cast iron skillet with plant-based butter and arrange the rolls close together but leaving slight space. Cover with a cloth and let rise again for 30 minutes.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the skillet for 25-30 minutes until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove and let cool slightly before glazing.
  6. Prepare the Glaze: Warm grape juice in a small saucepan and whisk in softened plant-based butter and natural gelling agent until the glaze is smooth and glossy. Drizzle generously over warm cinnamon rolls to melt and soak in.

Notes

  • Use warm, not hot, plant-based milk to properly activate the yeast.
  • Roll the dough firmly but gently to prevent filling leakage.
  • Do not overcrowd the skillet; leave slight spaces for dough expansion.
  • Watch baking time closely to avoid over-browning due to cast iron heat retention.
  • Apply glaze while rolls are warm for a sticky, shiny finish.
  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: cinnamon roll, plant-based cinnamon roll, cast iron cinnamon roll, vegan cinnamon roll, giant cinnamon roll, baking recipe, natural sweetener cinnamon roll

Find it online: https://quicktastykitchen.com/giant-cast-iron-cinnamon-roll/