Vegan Cinnamon Rolls
Soft, gooey, and covered in a sweet glaze—these vegan cinnamon rolls prove you don’t need dairy to make magic happen. Fluffy dough, a rich cinnamon-sugar filling, and a drizzle of vanilla icing create the perfect breakfast, dessert, or midnight snack. No eggs? No problem. Plant-based butter and milk step in like pros. They bake up golden and soft, filling your kitchen with dangerously good aromas. You won’t miss the dairy, but you might lose all self-control. Bake them once, and suddenly, you’re the person who “just whips up cinnamon rolls” for fun.
Vegan Cinnamon Rolls
A dairy-free take on classic cinnamon rolls, featuring soft, fluffy dough, a warm cinnamon-sugar filling, and a sweet vanilla glaze.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat for extra fiber
- 1 packet 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (for fluffiness)
- ¾ cup warm plant-based milk almond, soy, or oat
- ¼ cup melted vegan butter coconut oil works too
- 3 tbsp sugar for a hint of sweetness
- ½ tsp salt for balance
For the Filling
- ⅓ cup brown sugar for caramel-like richness
- 1 ½ tbsp cinnamon the star of the show
- 2 tbsp softened vegan butter to spread easily
For the Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar sweet but necessary
- 1 tbsp plant-based milk adjust for consistency
- ½ tsp vanilla extract for extra depth
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add melted butter, flour, and salt. Stir until dough forms.
- Knead for 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle. Spread with softened butter.
- Mix cinnamon and brown sugar. Sprinkle evenly over dough.
- Roll dough tightly. Cut into 9 equal slices.
- Place in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25 minutes until golden.
- Whisk glaze ingredients. Drizzle over warm rolls.
- Eat immediately, or pretend you have self-control.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Roll)
- Calories: ~250
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 10% DV
- Calcium: 6% DV
- Potassium: 5% DV
- Magnesium: 4% DV
- Vitamin B6: 3% DV
Additional Notes & Tips
- For extra fluffiness, let the dough rise overnight in the fridge.
- Swap brown sugar for coconut sugar if you’re feeling fancy.
- Add crushed nuts or raisins to the filling for extra texture.
- Double the glaze if you like things extra sweet.
