Healthier Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful twist on the classic sweet treat, made with wholemeal flour. These rolls are soft and fluffy, with a rich cinnamon filling with brown sugar and coconut oil. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or a guilt-free snack, these cinnamon rolls offer all the comforting flavours without the extra calories.

Tip #1

Dough Consistency: Ensure the dough is neither too wet or too dry for easy handling. The right consistency prevents the rolls from becoming too tough or too crumbly.

Tip #2

Even Filling Spread: Make sure the cinnamon mixture is spread evenly across the dough to ensure every bite has a balanced flavour.

Tip #3

Frosting Texture: Allow the cinnamon rolls to cool slightly before applying the frosting to prevent it from melting and ensure it stays thick and creamy on top of the rolls.

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Healthier Cinnamon Rolls

Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 8 minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients

Dough:

2 cups wholemeal flour
1/2 tsp. salt
3 tsp. baking powder
1 cup yogurt (vanilla, Greek, coconut, or plain)

Filling:

1/3 cup butter or coconut oil, melted
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 tbsp. cinnamon

Frosting:

1/2 cup (60g) light cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp (28g) butter, softened
1/2 cup (50g) powdered sugar

Preparation

In a large mixing bowl, combine wholemeal flour, salt, and baking powder. Add yogurt and mix until a soft dough forms. Adjust the consistency with additional yogurt or flour if needed.
Dust a clean surface with flour. Knead the dough briefly, then roll it out into a rectangular shape about 1 cm thick.
In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter or coconut oil, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Spread this mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough.
Roll the dough tightly from the short end to form a log. Cut the log into eight equal slices using a sharp knife or dental floss for clean cuts.
Place the rolls in a circular baking pan suitable for the air fryer. Cook at 180°C/350°F for about 8 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
While rolls cool slightly, beat cream cheese and butter in a bowl until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue to mix until creamy.
Spread the frosting over the slightly cooled cinnamon rolls.