Cinnamon Leaf Ring Coffee Cake

Transform your breakfast or brunch table with this stunning Cinnamon Leaf Ring Coffee Cake, a show-stopping pastry that's as delightful to eat as it is to make. This soft, pillowy yeast dough is filled with a rich, buttery cinnamon-sugar filling, rolled into a log, and shaped into a gorgeous wreath with artful, leaf-like twists. Once baked to golden perfection, the cake is finished with a glossy vanilla glaze for a sweet, aromatic finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion, this coffee cake brings together the comforting warmth of cinnamon, the elegance of homemade bread, and the irresistible allure of a beautifully crafted centerpiece. Whether served alongside your morning coffee or as a dessert, every slice promises heavenly flavor and visual appeal.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter
• 1 unit Large egg
• 0.5 cups Packed brown sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.75 cups Powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.5 tablespoons Whole milk (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, yeast, and salt.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, heat the milk and 1/4 cup butter over medium heat until warm (about 110°F).

Step 3

Pour the warm milk mixture into the flour mixture, then add the egg. Beat on medium speed until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the remaining flour (2 1/2 cups), kneading to form a soft, slightly sticky dough. Knead for 6-8 minutes by hand or 4-5 minutes with a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook.

Step 5

Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 60 minutes or until doubled in size.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the filling. Set aside.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it into a 16x12-inch rectangle.

Step 8

Spread the softened butter (3 tablespoons) evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border along the edges. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top.

Step 9

Starting at the long edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.

Step 10

Place the log seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and shape it into a ring, pinching the ends together to seal.

Step 11

Using kitchen scissors, cut slits about 2 inches apart around the ring, cutting about 2/3 of the way through. Carefully twist each section slightly to expose the filling, creating a leaf-like shape.

Step 12

Cover the ring loosely with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let it rise for 30 minutes.

Step 13

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 14

Bake the ring for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. If it browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.

Step 15

Let the coffee cake cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 16

For the glaze, whisk the powdered sugar, 1.5 tablespoons milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.

Step 17

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled coffee cake before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1084.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3300.3

Total Fat 76.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 372.5mg	0%
Sodium 2589.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 595.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 267.2g
Protein 61.8g	0%

Vitamin D 180.8IU	0%
Calcium 566.2mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 1253.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.7%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 71.8%