Description
These Protein Cinnamon Rolls offer a healthier twist on the classic sweet treat, combining oat flour and protein powder for a nutritious and satisfying breakfast or snack. Perfectly soft with a hint of cinnamon and naturally sweetened with applesauce and honey, these rolls are easy to make and ideal for a quick protein boost.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, and cinnamon. Stir well to evenly distribute all the dry components.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the unsweetened applesauce and honey until smooth and well blended.
- Form the Dough: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until a dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
- Roll and Slice: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll the dough into a log shape. Using a knife, slice the log into 8 evenly sized rolls.
- Bake: Place the rolls evenly spaced in the prepared baking dish and bake in the oven for about 20 minutes or until the rolls turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Optional Icing: For an extra sweet touch, mix protein powder with a small amount of milk to make a drizzleable icing and drizzle over the warm rolls.
- Serve: Serve the protein cinnamon rolls warm and enjoy their deliciously soft texture and balanced sweetness.
Notes
- Use unflavored or cinnamon-flavored protein powder to enhance the cinnamon taste.
- Make sure to lightly grease the baking dish to prevent the rolls from sticking.
- These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- To make the icing, add milk gradually to protein powder until you reach desired consistency.
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup and ensure your protein powder is plant-based.
