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Cinnamon Roll Dessert Pizza

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This cinnamon roll dessert pizza combines the gooey, swirly goodness of classic cinnamon rolls with the fun, shareable format of pizza. A soft, pillowy crust is topped with caramelized cinnamon-sugar filling and finished with a tangy cream cheese frosting for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet, 7g) instant yeast
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt (for filling)
  • 4 ounces (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2/3 cup (80g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons (15-30ml) milk
  • Pinch of salt (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
  2. In a small bowl, combine warm milk and instant yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
  3. Pour the milk-yeast mixture into the flour bowl. Add melted butter. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-4 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 25-30 minutes.
  5. While dough rises, mix softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until smooth and spreadable.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-inch pizza pan or baking sheet.
  7. Punch down dough and roll into a 12-inch round. Transfer to pan, pressing to fill the edges.
  8. Spread cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
  9. Bake for 16-20 minutes, until crust is golden and filling is bubbly. If browning too fast, cover loosely with foil.
  10. While pizza bakes, beat cream cheese and softened butter until smooth and fluffy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Beat again, adding milk until thick and pourable.
  11. Let baked pizza cool for 5-10 minutes. Drizzle cream cheese frosting over top. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based butter, cream cheese, and milk. Store-bought pizza dough can be used for convenience. Add chopped nuts or fruit for variations. Don’t overwork the dough for a tender crust, and adjust frosting consistency with milk or powdered sugar as needed.

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