Cinnamon Roll Brioche Wreath with Cream Cheese Glaze
Cinnamon Roll Brioche Wreath with Cream Cheese Glaze is a delightful, fluffy treat that elevates any breakfast or brunch gathering. Imagine the warm aroma of cinnamon and sugar filling your kitchen as you pull this stunning wreath from the oven. Perfectly crafted with soft brioche dough and topped with a creamy glaze, it’s a showstopper that will leave your friends and family in awe. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or reheated for a comforting snack, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk (or heavy cream)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Warm the milk until lukewarm and mix with yeast; let it froth.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, eggs, melted butter, and salt. Combine with yeast mixture and knead until smooth (8-10 minutes).
- Let dough rise in a greased bowl until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Roll out dough to a rectangle (1/4 inch thick), spread butter evenly, sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar, then roll into a log.
- Slice the log into 12 equal pieces and arrange into a wreath shape on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Allow to rise again while preheating oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- For glaze, mix cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla; add milk until desired consistency is reached.
- Drizzle glaze over the warm wreath before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Experiment by adding chocolate chips or nuts for variations. For a citrus twist, substitute the cream cheese glaze with lemon glaze. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.