These delicious and easy keto cinnamon rolls are just amazing! It's hard to believe that these cinnamon rolls are sugar-free and gluten-free. You can make this has a great breakfast option and also a sweet and chewy dessert topped with cream cheese frosting.
Whenever I think about a low-carb sweet breakfast, I get the first idea about cinnamon rolls. Because the air fills with the tantalizing aroma of cinnamon, which makes your mouth water with pleasure.
The sweetness of the cinnamon swirls, the richness of the buttery dough, and the faint sweetness of the cream cheese frosting create a symphony of sensations with every bite.
These best keto cinnamon rolls recipe is made with almond flour instead of wheat flour, they are not only low in carbs but also high in healthy fats.
While regular cinnamon rolls are usually covered in a sugary glaze and loaded with sugar, but our keto version rolls are made with cream cheese frosting that has been sweetened with erythritol ( natural low-carb sweetener).
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS KETO CINNAMON ROLLS
- Enjoy the flavor of classic cinnamon rolls without worrying about consuming too many carbs, just like keto cinnamon bread.
- The combination of buttery dough and savory cinnamon swirls makes a delightful flavor.
- Soft and moist rolls topped with creamy frosting.
- Simple to follow instructions make this recipe perfect for anytime crave satisfying.
- You can enjoy this as a sweet and light breakfast, lunch, or delicious dessert with your family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 2 tbsp granulated erythritol (keto-friendly sweetener)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered erythritol (for the filling)
- 1 tbsp cinnamon (for the filling)
- 3 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil (for the filling)
Cream cheese frosting :
2 oz cream cheese, 2 tbsp powdered erythritol, 1 tbsp heavy cream, 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place parchment paper on a baking pan.
2. Combine almond flour, erythritol granules, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
3. Add in the eggs, vanilla extracts, and melted butter. Mix well until a dough forms.
4. Roll out the dough into a rectangle that is about 1/4 inch thick by placing it between two sheets of parchment paper.
5. To make the filling, combine the cinnamon and powdered erythritol in a small bowl. After the dough has been rolled out, spread it with melted butter and evenly spread the cinnamon mixture.
6. Carefully roll the dough into a log by rolling it from one end to the other. Slice the log into eight equal-sized rolls using a sharp knife.
7. Place the rolls to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
8. While the rolls bake, make the cream cheese frosting by combing heavy cream, vanilla extract, powdered erythritol, and cream cheese until smooth.
9. After the rolls are baked, take them out of the oven and allow them to cool down before topping them with the cream cheese frosting.
10. Enjoy your keto-friendly cinnamon rolls warm out of the oven!
NOTES:
- To achieve a smooth dough texture, make sure your almond flour is ground finely.
- Using room temperature ingredients helps the dough come together smoothly.
- When making cinnamon rolls, roll the dough tightly to create defined swirls.
- Allow the rolls to cool slightly before spreading the frosting to keep it from melting too quickly.