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High-Protein Cinnamon Rolls

Delicious and healthy cinnamon rolls packed with protein, making them fluffy and guilt-free.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (non-fat or low-fat)
  • 1.5 cups self-rising flour (or mix 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour + 2 tsp baking powder + ½ tsp salt) Self-rising flour recommended for best results.
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup Optional for added sweetness.
  • 2 tbsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened applesauce or melted coconut oil
  • 0.5 cup Greek yogurt For frosting.
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder For frosting.
  • 1-2 tsp milk To thin the frosting, if needed.
  • Dash of vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the ingredients for the dough in a bowl until it forms a smooth mixture.
  3. Knead the dough briefly, then roll it out into a rectangle.
Adding the Filling
  1. Add the filling by spreading applesauce and the cinnamon sugar mixture over the dough.
  2. Roll up the dough and cut it into pieces.
Baking
  1. Bake the rolls until golden and prepare the frosting while they cool.
  2. Serve with the frosting drizzled on top!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds before serving.