SLOW-COOKER CINNAMON ROLL

Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll image

Come home to the heavenly aroma of fresh-baked cinnamon rolls! This healthier version tastes just as decadent as a regular cinnamon roll, but smartly sneaks in some whole grains. -Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon salt
1-3/4 to 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
ICING:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons half-and-half cream
4 teaspoons butter, softened

Steps:

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add next 6 ingredients plus 1 cup all-purpose flour. Beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Roll into an 18x12-in. rectangle. For filling, spread dough with butter, then combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over dough to within 1/2 in. of edges., Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut crosswise in half to form 2 rolls. Place rolls side by side; pinch top ends together to seal. Using a sharp knife, cut rolls lengthwise in half; loosely twist strips around each other. Pinch bottom ends together to seal. Shape into a coil; place on parchment. Transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker. Let rise until doubled, about 1 hour., Cook, covered, on low until bread is lightly browned, 3-1/2 to 4 hours. Remove from slow cooker and cool slightly. Beat icing ingredients until smooth. Spread over warm roll.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.