Keto Cinnamon Rolls

Keto Cinnamon Rolls

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We understand your hesitation—cheese in a morning bun that should be sweet seems unconventional. However, we assure you that it's a winning combination. And no, you won't taste the cheese! We incorporate cheese into this recipe (and other sweet keto creations) because keto desserts can be challenging without the use of flour. While we adore almond flour, it lacks gluten, which is responsible for creating airy, chewy dough in traditional wheat-based flours.
To introduce some of that desired fluffiness and chewiness, we incorporate stretchy mozzarella into the recipe. This addition prevents the rolls from becoming overly crumbly. The result is a sinfully delicious, cinnamon-infused roll that defies expectations of what a keto treat can be.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine world cuisine
Servings 1
Calories 311 kcal

Ingredients
  

FOR THE ROLLS

  • 2 c. finely ground almond flour
  • 2 tbsp. coconut flour
  • 1/4 c. keto-friendly granulated sugar (such as Swerve)
  • 1 tbsp. gluten-free baking powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 2 c. shredded mozzarella 
  • 4 oz. cream cheese
  • 3 tbsp. butter, melted, divided, plus more for brushing 
  • 1/3 c. packed keto-friendly brown sugar (such as Swerve)
  • 1 tbsp. ground cinnamon

FOR THE GLAZE

  • 3 oz. cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp. heavy cream
  • 2 tsp. keto-friendly granulated sugar (such as Swerve) 

Instructions
 

  • Make the rolls: In a large bowl, whisk almond flour, coconut flour, granulated Swerve, and baking powder until combined. In another bowl, whisk eggs with vanilla.  
  • In a medium microwave-safe bowl, microwave mozzarella and cream cheese, stirring every 30 seconds until melty, about 90 seconds. Add egg mixture and melted cheese mixture to dry mixture and knead until well combined. 
  • Line a work surface with parchment paper and turn the dough out onto the parchment. Place another piece of parchment on top and roll until you have a 16”-x-10” rectangle. Brush dough with 2 tablespoons melted butter and sprinkle with brown sugar Swerve and cinnamon.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°. Line a 8”-x-8” inch metal baking pan with parchment paper and brush with butter. Starting from the long end, roll dough into a log. Chill for 10 minutes.
  • Slice the log into 12 equal pieces and arrange in the prepared baking dish. Brush tops of rolls with remaining 1 tablespoon melted butter. 
  • Bake until rolls are golden, about 30 minutes. Let cool slightly. 
  • Meanwhile, make the icing: In a medium heatproof bowl, melt cream cheese. Whisk in heavy cream and Swerve until smooth. 
  • Drizzle icing over warm rolls before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 311kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 11gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 285mgPotassium: 197mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gCalcium: 225mgIron: 1mg
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