Homemade cinnamon rolls

Homemade cinnamon rolls are good for any occasion; holidays, birthdays, weekends, or even just because they sound like a good idea! And if you love big, soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls, look no further! This homemade cinnamon roll recipe is topped with a perfect vanilla cream cheese icing (it’s really the cherry on top).

Don’t get me wrong, recipes that include yeast can definitely be intimidating! So I knew I wanted to create an easy yeast cinnamon roll recipe that anyone could make. This recipe only requires 1 hour of waiting time to allow the dough to rise.

The main flour in this recipe is all purpose flour or bread flour! I tend to bake with other flours but I found that regular all purpose flour works best for these cinnamon rolls. And cinnamon rolls are meant for indulging right? I tested this recipe a number of times with other gluten free flours and they ended up too crumbly with the wrong texture. Using all purpose flour or bread flour for this recipe makes the perfect consistency and texture.

Keep reading to find a few other reasons why you’ll love this recipe.

Why you’ll love this recipe

You can never go wrong with a soft and fluffy cinnamon roll. Here are a few reasons why you’ll love this recipe.

• These cinnamon rolls have the perfect amount of sweetness.

• They are the perfect breakfast treat to make for you family or a crowd.

• Homemade cinnamon rolls are pillowy soft.

• They are freezer friendly.

• With only 1 hour of waiting time, they are so easy to make.

• They are great for gifting to friends and family.

Ingredients and substitutes in homemade cinnamon rolls

Here are the ingredients you’ll need.

Almond milk: You will use 1 cup of warm almond milk! You can also use regular cows milk, oat milk or any dairy free milk of your choice.

Yeast: Yeast helps baked goods rise. The yeast in these cinnamon rolls always them to become super soft and fluffy. You can use one packet of yeast or 2 1/4 teaspoons.

Eggs: We will be using 2 eggs. Eggs are super necessary as they bind all the ingredients together.

Butter: 1/4 cup of butter is used in the dough and an additional 1/4 cup is used for the filling layer. You can also substitute ghee or vegan butter. I haven’t tried using oil but you could give a neutral oil a try like canola oil or light olive oil.

Maple syrup: Next up, will use pure maple syrup to add some sweetness! Maple syrup also adds chewiness to baked goods. If you don’t have any syrup on hand you can give honey a try.

Sugar: A little bit of sugar paired with the maple syrup gives a the dough a perfectly sweet balance. White sugar or coconut sugar will both work! We will also be using white sugar and brown sugar for the filling.

Flour: The main ingredient is all purpose flour or bread flour, we will be using 4 cups! Flour is the main event. Make sure to scoop and level the flour. Don’t pack it in!

Cinnamon: About a tablespoon of cinnamon will be used for the filling.

Ingredients in the homemade icing

Cream cheese: 4oz cream cheese will help create the frosting. It adds creaminess, texture and flavor.

Powdered sugar: We will be adding one cup of powdered sugar to make the frosting.

Vanilla extract: Vanilla extract helps enhance the flavor of the icing! You can buy a large vanilla extract on amazon.

What makes this recipe healthier?

Firstly, these cinnamon rolls use pure maple syrup as an all natural sweetener. While maple syrup is still sugar, it does have a lower score on the glycemic index.

Secondly, you can use light cream cheese in the frosting. You won’t taste the difference so you can opt for light cream cheese. The frosting is thick and creamy and is perfect on top of these cinnamon rolls.

Thirdly, you can use coconut sugar instead of pure white sugar. Again, sugar is still sugar! But coconut sugar is a great all natural, plant based sweetener. Please note that coconut sugar will give the dough a darker color.

Frequently asked questions

Can I freeze leftovers?

Yes! Once the cinnamon rolls have cooled, store them in a freezer friendly container in the freezer. To reheat them out of the freezer simply let them thaw at room temperature or you can defrost them in the microwave. Or heat them back up in the oven until fully warmed through.

Can I use bread flour?

Yes! I actually recommend using bread flour for this recipe as it results in super soft results. I actually like it better than using all purpose flour.

Can I omit the icing?

Definitely. If you aren’t a fan of icing just don’t make any! Icing isn’t for everyone.

How to serve

Cinnamon rolls are so delicious on their own. There is nothing wrong about just enjoying a soft, fluffy and cinnamon roll topped with icing. Hey, that’s usually how we enjoy them right? Well here are two other ways you can eat them:

Serve them with breakfast brunch. Add these homemade cinnamon rolls into your breakfast brunch line up. Serve them along side eggs, bacon, and hash browns. I mean, it really doesn’t get better than that.

Along side chili. Has anyone else heard of chili and cinnamon rolls? I’m not sure if I am fully on board but I know so many people who love this combination. A warm bowl of chili and a sugary cinnamon roll, not too shabby huh?

Other delicious recipes you’ll love by Brae’s Bites

I hope you love this recipe as much as I do! Not only are they are perfect to make for tasty breakfast treat but they also come together in under 2 hours. If you love these fluffy cinnamon rolls make sure to try these other yummy recipes below!

Oat Flour Cinnamon Rolls

Chocolate Baked Donuts

Cinnamon Crumble Muffins

Oat Flour Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes

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Best Homemade Cinnamon Rolls (Soft, Healthier)

These cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy and absolutely delicious. They a filled with cinnamon sugar and topped with creamy icing. They are a total crowd pleaser and make the perfect fun and tasty breakfast treat.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Cinnamon Rolls, Easy Cinnamon Rolls, Healthy Cinnamon Rolls, homemade cinnamon rolls, No Yeast Cinnamon Rolls

Prep Time 1 hour hour

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Calories 262kcal

Equipment

• 9×13 inch pan

Ingredients

dough

• 1 packet yeast or 2 ¼ tsp
• 1 cup warm almond milk OR milk 110-115 degrees
• 2 eggs large
• ¼ cup butter or ghee melted and cooled
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• ¼ cup white sugar or coconut sugar
• 4 cups bread flour OR all purpose flour plus ¼-⅓ cup more, Make sure to scoop and level the flour

filling

• 1/3 cup white sugar or coconut sugar
• 1/3 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• ¼ cup butter softened

frosting

• 4 oz light cream cheese or regular cream cheese
• ¼ cup butter melted
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla

Instructions

• First we will make the dough. In the bowl of your stand up mixer, combine all the dough ingredients: warm almond milk, yeast, eggs, butter, maple syrup, sugar and flour.
• Use your dough hook attachment and knead for 5-8 minutes until the dough comes together. If it's too sticky, slowly add a little extra flour if needed. You may need to add ¼ to ⅓ cup (I usually add in ¼ cup while it's kneading). Some of the dough will stick to the bottom of the bowl while kneading and that's ok.
• Form the dough into a ball and add it to a well oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit in a warm spot for about an hour. The dough will double in size.
• After an hour, roll out the dough onto a floured surface. The dough should be rolled into a large rectangle (about 11×14)
• Now make your filling by combining the sugar, brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Brush the rolled out dough with the softened butter and sprinkle the filling on top.
• Slowly roll the dough into a log and cut it into 12 rolls. Place the rolls down flat in a greased 9×13 inch pan. Now let the rolls sit for 15-30 minutes while you preheat your oven.
• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
• Bake in preheated oven for 20-22 minutes.
• Meanwhile, make the frosting! In a medium bowl. Cream together all the frosting ingredients until smooth.
• Once the cinnamon rolls have baked and cooled slightly, cover with frosting and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 79mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 51IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg

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Oat Flour Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon rolls are always a breakfast favorite. If you’re looking for a gluten free, more wholesome, whole grain cinnamon roll, then these cinnamon rolls are for you.

Cinnamon rolls are always a fun weekend treat or a tradition around the holidays. Hey, who am I kidding; cinnamon rolls everyday lol! There is just something about a warm, fluffy cinnamon roll, loaded with icing, that never gets old.

This ‘lightened up’ version of cinnamon rolls is perfectly sweet, yet dialed back and delicious.

Ingredients needed for oat flour cinnamon rolls

You know what’s great about this recipe? It requires just 7 ingredients! Here are the ingredients we are working with for these healthy cinnamon rolls.

• Oat Flour will be used as the main flour. Feel free to use store bought or make your own.

• Coconut Sugar adds an is a great all natural sweetener and adds the perfect amount of sweetness.

• Baking Powder is the leavening agent used. It will help puff up these buns.

• Just a pinch of salt,1 tsp!

• Almond milk will add moisture. Feel free to use oat milk or cows milk.

• Butter is the baking fat.

• Lastly, vanilla extract helps enhance all the flavors.

Substitutes for oat flour cinnamon rolls

Below you’ll find some substitutes and variations for this oat flour recipe.

Flour. For this recipe I do not recommend substituting the oat flour for any other flour.

Sugar. Feel free to use brown sugar or white sugar instead of coconut sugar.

Milk. While this recipe calls for almond milk you can also use cows milk, oat flour or any other dairy free milk of choice.

Butter. This recipe calls for melted butter but feel free to use melted coconut oil or melted vegan butter instead.

Baking with oat flour

Baking with oat flour is very simple! It is essentially the same as baking with regular flour except oat flour has a different texture and wait. Oat flour is a nutritious whole grain flour. It makes very fluffy and nicely textured baked goods so, always find myself reaching for it frequently! Oat flour is loaded with complex carbs, fiber and whole grains. It is a healthier alternative to regular flour.

Not only is it nutritious, but it’s also gluten free. So it is great for someone who has a gluten intolerance.

Why you’ll love these oat flour cinnamon rolls

• Firstly, they are made with gluten free oat flour which is a great source of whole grains!

• Secondly, oat flour cinnamon rolls don’t require any yeast or rising time.

• Thirdly, they are very soft, fluffy and moist.

• Additionally, they are freezer friendly! You can store the left overs in the freezer for a later date.

• Lastly, these cinnamon rolls are gluten free!

Tips for making the best healthy cinnamon rolls

• Use a 9 inch circle pan for baking the rolls.

• Combine the dry and wet ingredients separately before combining together.

• Add a slice of butter or coconut oil on top of each roll before baking.

• Enjoy these rolls warm, topped with icing, along side a cup of coffee (personally my favorite!).

Frequently asked questions

Is oat flour just ground oatmeal?

Yes! Oat flour is made from ground oats.

Can I make my own oat flour?

Yes! Add oats to a high speed blender and blend until smooth. The oat flour should be very finely ground as it will result in nicely textured baked goods. I also like to buy this four pound bag Amazon as it is very finely ground and a great price!

Is oat flour gluten free?

It depends! In order for oat flour to be gluten free, it must be made from gluten free oats. Make sure to double check the packaging.

Is oat flour nutritious?

When compared to other flours, oat flour will definitely come out on top! It is loaded with whole grains, nutrients, protein and fiber.

How to make this oat flour dessert

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9 inch circle pan with cooking spray.

• Combine the dry ingredients in a medium bowl: oat flour, coconut sugar, baking powder and salt. Mix and set aside.

• In a large bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: the almond milk, butter, and vanilla. Make sure the almond milk is at room temperature (or you can microwave it for 20 seconds) before adding in the butter. This will prevent the butter from solidifying. Whisk until fully combined.

• Fold in the dry flour ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix just until combined and the dough forms into a ball. Let the dough sit for a minute or two to thicken.

• Place the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Using your hands or a rolling pin, press the dough and shape it into a rectangle, about 12×8 inches or 1/4 inch thick.

• Prepare your filling by combining the coconut sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.

• Brush the flattened dough with melted butter or coconut oil. Sprinkle the filling on top in an even layer.

• Roll the dough into a log form. Slowly roll the dough from the short side. It’s ok if the dough starts to crack. Carefully pinch the dough together with your hands to keep it from cracking. Continue this process until fully rolled up.

• Cut the dough into 9 rolls. Place the rolls in the prepared circle pan. Top each roll with a small sliver of butter and bake for 25 minutes.

• Make your icing. Combine all the icing ingredients in a small bowl until fully combined. If the icing is too dry, add in another tablespoon of almond milk.

• Top each cinnamon roll with icing and enjoy!

Another recipe you’ll love!

You’ll love these oat flour cinnamon rolls because they don’t require any yeast. In under 15 minutes plus 30 minutes of baking time you will have tasty, moist, and delicious cinnamon rolls.

Recipes containing yeast can take a little extra time to make, so I knew I wanted to create a cinnamon roll that could be made quickly.

If you want to spend a little more time definitely make my easy yeast cinnamon roll recipe!

Other oat flour breakfast recipes you’ll love

You’re going to love these oat flour cinnamon rolls. For some more recipe inspiration, certainly try some of my other favorite oat flour recipes below.

• The Best Healthy Chocolate Chip Muffins

• Oat Flour Cinnamon Crumble Muffins

• Healthy Banana Chocolate Muffins

• Healthy Butter Pecan Cookies

• Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

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The Easiest Oat Flour Cinnamon Rolls (Gluten free)

Oat flour cinnamon rolls make the perfect breakfast treat. They don't require any rising time and can be made in under 45 minutes!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Breakfast, Breakfast Ideas, Cinnamon Rolls, Easy Cinnamon Rolls, Healthy Cinnamon Rolls, No Yeast Cinnamon Rolls

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 273kcal

Equipment

• 9 inch circle pan

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups oat flour plus more for sprinkling
• ¼ cup coconut sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ⅔ cup almond milk room temperature if possible
• ¼ cup butter or vegan butter melted and cooled, or coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla

filling

• ¼ cup coconut sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil for brushing

icing

• 1 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tbsp almond milk
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9 inch circle pan with cooking spray.
• In a small bowl, prepare your filling by combining the coconut sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
• Now make the dough. In a medium bowl combine the dry ingredients: oat flour, coconut sugar, baking powder and salt. Mix and set aside.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the almond milk, butter, and vanilla. Make sure the almond milk is at room temperature (or you can microwave it for 20 seconds) before adding in the butter. This will prevent the butter from solidifying. Whisk until fully combined.
• Now, fold in the dry flour ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix just until combined and the dough forms into a ball. Let the dough sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
• Place the dough onto a lightly floured surface (I like using parchment paper and adding about a tablespoon of oat flour). The dough will be a tad bit sticky and thats ok! Add a tablespoon of oat flour on top of the dough so it is easy to shape and work with. Using your hands, press the dough and shape it into a rectangle, about 12×8 inches or 1/4 inch thick.
• Now, brush the flattened dough with melted butter or coconut oil and sprinkle the filling on top in an even layer.
• Start to roll the dough into a log form. Slowly roll the dough from the short side. It's ok if the dough starts to crack. Carefully pinch the dough together with your hands to keep it from cracking. Continue this process until fully rolled up.
• Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into 8 rolls. The dough will be a little bit sticky as you cut it. Place the rolls in the prepared circle pan. Top each roll with a small sliver of butter (optional) and bake for 25 minutes.
• While the cinnamon rolls are baking, make your icing! Combine all the icing ingredients in a small bowl until fully combined. If the icing is too dry, add in another tbsp of almond milk.
• Top each cinnamon roll with icing and enjoy!

Notes

*Please note this recipe is not like traditional cinnamon rolls made with all purpose flour. This recipe is a fun and wholesome twist on regular cinnamon rolls as it uses whole grain oat flour. The texture and consistency is different. However, they are still delicious, loaded with whole grains, and easy to make!

Nutrition

Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg

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