Protein Cinnamon Rolls

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings 4 rolls

Calories 250

Delicious and healthy protein-packed cinnamon rolls that are quick to make and perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack.

1 cup All Purpose Flour (or Whole Wheat Flour, Cake Flour, Pastry Flour, Self Rising Flour)
2 teaspoons Baking Powder (*Not needed if using Self Rising Flour)
0.25 teaspoon Salt (*Not needed if using Self Rising Flour)
2 tablespoons Butter (or Coconut Oil) (or Nut Butter)
0.25 cup Brown Sugar Substitute (or Sweetener)
generous amount Ground Cinnamon
6 ounces Cream Cheese
1.5 scoops Protein Powder (*Use a good tasting one (Vanilla preferred))
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
2 ounces Greek Yogurt (Cinnamon or Vanilla)
to taste Sweetener (*Optional if your Protein Powder isn’t sweet enough)

Mix dry ingredients and wet ingredients separately, then combine to form dough.
Roll out dough, spread with cream cheese mixture, sprinkle cinnamon, then roll up.
Cut into slices and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes until golden.

For extra flavor, add a drizzle of sugar-free icing after baking.

Calories: 250kcal

Cost: $12

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cinnamon, Healthy, Protein