High-Protein Warm Gooey Cinnamon Rolls
- 40 min
- Serves 8
- 15 ingredients
20 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. These high-protein cinnamon rolls are warm, gooey, and packed with about 20 grams of protein per serving. A wholesome dough paired with a sweet date‑cinnamon filling and a creamy protein‑rich frosting makes them perfect for a satisfying breakfast or indulgent snack.
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Method
Dry Ingredients
whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together.
Wet Ingredients
combine Greek yogurt, egg yolk, and maple syrup.
Mix the dry and wet mixtures to form a soft dough, then turn it onto a floured surface and roll it out.
Filling
make a date paste by blending dates with hot water, then stir in butter and cinnamon.
Spread the date paste evenly over the rolled dough, roll it up tightly, and cut into individual rolls.
Bake the rolls at 350°F (350°F) for about 20 minutes.
Frosting
mix cream cheese, vanilla protein powder, a little maple syrup, and a splash of milk until smooth.
Drizzle the frosting over the warm rolls and serve.
Tips while you cook
- Roll dough on a floured surface
- After mixing, turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface before rolling it out to prevent sticking.
- Blend dates with hot water fully
- Ensure the date paste is smooth by blending dates with hot water before adding butter and cinnamon.
- Drizzle frosting while rolls are warm
- Apply the cream cheese frosting immediately after baking while the rolls are still warm for best texture.
Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.
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