Description
Easy Halloween cinnamon rolls shaped like brains for a spooky treat. Perfect for Halloween parties and fun baking with kids.
Ingredients
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated cinnamon roll dough
- Red food coloring (gel or liquid)
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp corn syrup (optional, for shine)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to temperature specified on cinnamon roll package.
- Unroll cinnamon rolls and stretch them slightly.
- Twist and shape each roll to resemble a brain, creating folds and ridges.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake according to package instructions until golden brown.
- Mix red food coloring with water (and corn syrup if using) to make a glaze.
- Brush the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls to give a bloody effect.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant red color.
- For extra realism, add a few drops of black food coloring to darken some areas.
- Kids can help with shaping and glazing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American