Description
Enjoy a healthier twist on a classic treat with these Protein Cinnamon Rolls, soft, sweet, and packed with protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup flour (whole wheat or almond)
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup milk (or a milk substitute)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional toppings (icing, nuts, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Combine the flour, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Mix the Greek yogurt, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth in another bowl.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle.
- Sprinkle cinnamon and a little brown sugar on top of the dough, then roll it up tightly.
- Cut the roll into slices and place them in the baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Allow to cool slightly and add any desired toppings, like icing or nuts. Serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, protein snack, healthy dessert, breakfast rolls