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Better Than Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls

Better Than Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls

  • Author: Anthony
  • Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cinnamon rolls 1x
  • Diet: Plant-Based

Description

Enjoy bakery-style cinnamon rolls with a soft, fluffy texture and rich cinnamon swirl topped with luscious sweet plant-based frosting. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this recipe offers a warm, comforting indulgence made from simple pantry staples and customizable for your favorite flavors.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 cup plant-based milk (warm)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup plant-based butter (softened)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)

Cinnamon Filling

  • 1/2 cup plant-based butter (softened)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon (natural)

Plant-Based Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese (plant-based, softened)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
  • As needed natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Warm the plant-based milk until cozy to touch. Combine with granulated sugar and active dry yeast in a bowl. Let sit 5-7 minutes until foamy. Mix in softened plant-based butter and vanilla extract, then gradually add flour to form a soft dough. Knead on a floured surface 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled.
  2. Roll and Fill the Dough: Punch down risen dough and roll out on floured surface into a 15 by 10 inch rectangle. Spread softened plant-based butter evenly over dough. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle generously over the buttered dough.
  3. Shape the Rolls: Starting from one long edge, roll dough into a long log. Slice into 1.5 to 2 inch thick pieces. Place rolls cut-side up in greased baking pan with space between each.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Cover pan with clean cloth and let rolls rise 30 minutes until fluffy. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked inside.
  5. Make the Sweet Frosting: Whip softened plant-based cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, vanilla extract, and natural gelling agent until smooth.
  6. Frost and Serve: Immediately spread frosting over warm rolls. The warmth helps frosting melt in for gooey perfection.

Notes

  • Activate yeast with warm, not hot, plant-based milk for best results.
  • Use fresh cinnamon (natural) to maximize flavor.
  • Don’t skip the double rise for soft, fluffy texture.
  • Lightly flour surfaces and hands to prevent sticky dough.
  • Apply frosting while rolls are warm for melt-in-your-mouth sweetness.
  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: cinnamon rolls, plant-based cinnamon rolls, vegan cinnamon rolls, sweet rolls, cinnamon swirl, plant-based frosting, breakfast dessert

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