Giant Snowflake Sweet Roll (Printable Version)

Soft, pull-apart sweet rolls shaped into a stunning snowflake, ideal for festive breakfasts and celebrations.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
03 - 1 cup whole milk, warm (about 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 - 2–3 tbsp milk
14 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add melted butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture and mix well.
03 - Gradually incorporate flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
04 - Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
05 - In a small bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well blended.
06 - Punch down dough, turn onto a lightly floured surface, and divide into 4 equal portions.
07 - Roll each portion into a 12-inch circle. Place one circle on parchment paper-lined baking sheet, spread with one-third of the filling; repeat layering, ending with final dough circle on top.
08 - Place a 3-inch round cutter in the center without cutting through. Cut dough into 16 equal strips radiating from center. Twist two adjacent strips away from each other twice and pinch ends together to form a snowflake shape. Repeat with all pairs.
09 - Cover loosely and let rise for 30 to 40 minutes until puffy. Preheat oven to 350°F.
10 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before icing.
11 - Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Soft, pillowy sweet rolls
  • Perfect for holiday breakfasts or festive gatherings
02 -
  • Add orange zest to the filling for a festive twist.
  • Try adding chopped nuts or dried cranberries to the filling.
03 -
  • Knead the dough until smooth and elastic for the best texture
  • Use a sharp knife to make clean cuts for twisting the strips
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