Giant Cinnamon Roll Snowman Recipe

Create a magical holiday breakfast with this Giant Cinnamon Roll Snowman Recipe, which ingeniously coils refrigerated dough to build a festive, three-tiered centerpiece. Slathered in creamy frosting and decorated with candy details, this pull-apart treat offers a whimsical, sweet start to Christmas morning that will delight kids and adults alike.

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Giant Cinnamon Roll Snowman Ingredients

The Dough Structure:

• Two 17.5-ounce tubes refrigerated large cinnamon rolls: Brands like Pillsbury Grands! work best because they unravel easily and puff up significantly.
• Nonstick cooking spray: Essential for ensuring the large coils release from the baking sheet without breaking.

The Decoration:

• Two 16-ounce containers cream cheese or vanilla frosting: You need a generous amount for both the “crumb coat” and the final snowy finish.
• Black icing gel: For the eyes, mouth, and coal buttons.
• Green or red icing gel: To pipe a festive scarf.
• 1 orange candy: A gumdrop or M&M makes the perfect carrot nose.
• Reserved icing: From the tubes, used for dipping or extra glue.

How To Make Giant Cinnamon Roll Snowman

1. Prep the Oven: Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray two rimmed baking sheets with nonstick spray. Open the tubes and set aside the included icing cups.
2. Build the Base (Bottom): On the first baking sheet, place one intact cinnamon roll in the center of the bottom half. Unravel 3 other rolls into long strips. Coil these strips tightly around the center roll, one after another, to create a massive spiral. This forms the snowman’s heavy bottom section.
3. Build the Body (Middle): Place one intact roll above the base, touching it. Unravel 2 rolls and coil them around this center roll. Gently squeeze the point where the body meets the base so the dough adheres.
4. Build the Head (Top): Place one intact roll above the body. Unravel 1 roll and coil it around the center. Squeeze the connection point. You should now have a three-tiered snow figure.
5. Bake the Snowman: Bake the main figure for 24 to 28 minutes. It should be puffed, golden brown, and cooked through in the center coils.
6. Create Accessories: While the snowman bakes, take the one remaining cinnamon roll and unravel it into a strip. Cut it crosswise into 5 pieces. Coil 3 pieces into mini buttons. Leave the other 2 pieces as strips for arms. Place these on the second baking sheet.
7. Bake Accessories: When the snowman comes out, bake the second sheet with the buttons and arms for 15 to 18 minutes. Let everything cool completely on a wire rack.
8. Frost and Decorate: Once cool, carefully transfer the snowman to a large platter. Spread one container of frosting over the entire surface to fill crevices (crumb coat). Use the second container to add luscious, snowy swirls. Attach the arms and buttons using a dab of frosting. Pipe the face and scarf with gel, and press the orange candy onto the face for a nose.

Recipe Tips

• Cooling is Critical: If you frost the snowman while it is warm, the frosting will melt and slide off, revealing the brown crust underneath. Patience ensures a white, snowy look.
• Transferring: The baked snowman is large and heavy. Use two large spatulas or slide it carefully from the baking sheet onto a serving platter before frosting to avoid breakage.
• Sealing Seams: When coiling the strips around the center rolls, pinch the ends of the dough into the spiral slightly. This prevents the snowman from unraveling as it puffs up in the oven.
• Serving: Serve the reserved icing from the tubes in a small bowl on the side for those who want extra sweetness for dipping the arms and buttons.

What To Serve With Cinnamon Roll Snowman

• Crispy Bacon: The saltiness creates the perfect sweet-savory balance.
• Fresh Fruit Platter: Green grapes and red strawberries keep the festive color theme going.
• Hot Chocolate: A cozy drink for a winter morning.
• Scrambled Eggs: Provides necessary protein to fuel the holiday excitement.

How To Store Cinnamon Roll Snowman

• Room Temperature: Cover loosely with foil or plastic wrap. It will stay fresh on the counter for up to 2 days.
• Reheat: Pull apart sections and microwave for 10-15 seconds to soften the dough.
• Freeze: It is best to freeze the baked, unfrosted snowman if making ahead. Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw and frost before serving.

Giant Cinnamon Roll Snowman Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 68g
• Sugar: 35g
• Protein: 5g

Nutrition information is estimated per serving (pull-apart section).

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