King Cake Cinnamon Wreath (Printable)

A festive wreath merging classic King Cake flavors and cinnamon rolls for a delightful treat.

# What You Need:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated cinnamon roll dough with icing

→ Filling

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
03 - 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Glaze and Decoration

05 - Reserved icing from cinnamon roll cans
06 - Purple, green, and gold sanding sugar or sprinkles
07 - Small plastic baby figurine, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Open the cinnamon roll cans and separate the rolls. Unroll each cinnamon roll into a strip.
03 - Brush each strip lightly with melted butter, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
04 - Twist each strip gently and form a large circle on the prepared baking sheet, overlapping and pinching ends together to form a continuous wreath.
05 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
06 - Cool the wreath on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
07 - Drizzle the reserved icing evenly over the warm wreath.
08 - Immediately sprinkle the icing with purple, green, and gold sugars in alternating sections for a festive appearance.
09 - Gently tuck a plastic baby figurine under one of the rolls after baking and before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses convenient refrigerated dough for easy preparation
  • Beautiful presentation perfect for parties and celebrations
  • Captures authentic King Cake tradition with festive colors
  • Customizable with optional add-ins like pecans or cream cheese
02 -
  • Always check the cinnamon roll package for specific allergen information as formulations vary by brand
  • If using a plastic baby figurine, ensure it is food-safe and clearly warn all guests before serving
  • The wreath tastes best when served within 6 hours of baking while the texture is still soft
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days
  • Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to restore the fresh-baked texture
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