Cottage Cheese Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Delight in these soft and fluffy Cottage Cheese Cinnamon Rolls, a healthier twist on the classic treat. Made with a cottage cheese-based dough sweetened with maple syrup and filled with a blend of brown sugar, vanilla protein powder, and cinnamon, these rolls are topped with a creamy cottage cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, these cinnamon rolls offer a satisfying balance of flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 8 cinnamon rolls 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups blended cottage cheese
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tsp baking powder
Filling:
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp protein powder (vanilla preferred)
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
Frosting:
- 4 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup blended cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Optional:
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350ºF (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the rolls.
- Prepare Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, blended cottage cheese, maple syrup, and baking powder. Mix thoroughly, then knead the mixture into a smooth dough ball ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Roll Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough into an 8×12-inch rectangle, creating an even thickness suitable for spreading the filling.
- Make Filling: In a small bowl, mix light brown sugar, vanilla protein powder, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Fill and Roll: Evenly spread the cinnamon sugar mixture over the rolled dough. Starting from one edge, tightly roll the dough into a log shape to encase the filling.
- Slice Rolls: Slice the dough log into 8 equal rolls. Seal the edges of each roll with a little water to prevent unraveling during baking, then arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the rolls for 20-22 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Frosting: Using an electric mixer, beat together softened cream cheese, blended cottage cheese, and maple syrup until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
- Finish Rolls: Optional: Brush the warm rolls with melted butter for extra richness. Then generously frost the rolls before serving. For an extra touch, sprinkle some additional cinnamon on top if desired.
Notes
- Blending the cottage cheese before use ensures a smoother dough and frosting texture.
- Protein powder adds extra nutrition and a subtle vanilla flavor to the filling; vanilla flavor is preferred but not mandatory.
- The optional melted butter brush adds richness but can be omitted for a slightly lighter roll.
- Store any leftover cinnamon rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.
- These cinnamon rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be frozen before baking for later preparation.
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Cinnamon Rolls, Healthy Cinnamon Rolls, Protein Cinnamon Rolls, Breakfast Rolls, Low Fat Cinnamon Rolls
