11. Salted Caramel & Pretzel Antler-Eared Bunnies
Concept & Aesthetics:
A sweet-and-salty playful twist featuring gooey homemade caramel and crisp pretzel elements.
How to Make It:
- Bake round single cinnamon rolls without dough ears.
- While hot, poke two mini salted pretzel twists or pretzel sticks into the top of the roll to create rustic, crunchy ears.
- Drizzle warm salted caramel sauce generously over the buns, letting it pool around the pretzels and filling crevices.
- Finish with flaky Maldon sea salt crystals.
Tips & Variations:
- Use chocolate-covered pretzels for added contrast and stability.
- Swirl dulce de leche directly into the cinnamon filling before rolling.