Giant Snowflake Sweet Roll (Print Version)

Pillowy sweet rolls twisted into a beautiful snowflake shape for holiday mornings or festive treats.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
03 - 1 cup warm whole milk (approximately 110°F)
04 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
06 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
07 - 1 tsp salt

→ Filling

08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
09 - 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
10 - 1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
11 - 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)

→ Icing

12 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
13 - 2 to 3 tbsp milk
14 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add melted butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture and blend thoroughly.
03 - Gradually add flour while mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead by hand or with a dough hook for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
04 - Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
05 - In a small bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
06 - Punch down dough and transfer to a lightly floured surface. Divide into 4 equal portions.
07 - Roll each portion into a 12-inch circle. Place one circle on a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread one-third of the filling over it. Repeat with remaining circles and filling, ending with dough on top.
08 - Place a 3-inch round cutter in the center without cutting through. Cut dough into 16 equal strips radiating from the center. Twist adjacent pairs away from each other twice, then pinch ends together to form the snowflake pattern.
09 - Cover loosely and allow to rise for 30 to 40 minutes until puffed. Preheat oven to 350°F.
10 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes.
11 - Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Perfect for holiday breakfasts or festive gatherings
  • Soft pillowy sweet rolls shaped into a beautiful snowflake
02 -
  • Add orange zest to the filling for a festive twist
  • Try adding chopped nuts or dried cranberries to the filling
03 -
  • Ensure the milk is warm but not hot to activate the yeast properly
  • Do not cut through the center of the dough when forming the snowflake to maintain shape
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