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.