Description
Better Than Cinnabon Cinnamon Rolls offer unbeatable softness with intensely gooey centers, topped with a rich plant-based frosting that highlights natural cinnamon and vanilla flavors. This simple yet impressive recipe delivers indulgent, warm swirls perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime treats.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 3 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2 1/4 tsp Active Dry Yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup Warm Almond Milk (plant-based)
- 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar (natural)
- 1/4 cup Plant-Based Butter, softened and divided
- 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (natural)
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Cinnamon Filling
- 1 cup Brown Sugar
- 2 tbsp Ground Cinnamon (natural)
- 2 tbsp Plant-Based Butter, melted
- 1 tsp Vegetarian Worcestershire Sauce (natural)
- Optional additions: chopped toasted pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, chopped dates, dairy-free chocolate chips, or pinch of nutmeg/cardamom
Frosting
- 8 oz Plant-Based Cream Cheese
- 1 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (natural)
- 1 tsp Natural Gelling Agent
Instructions
- Preparing the Dough: Activate the yeast by combining it with warm almond milk and a touch of sugar. Wait until foamy and bubbly, then mix with flour, apple cider vinegar, softened plant-based butter, vanilla extract, salt, and brown sugar. Knead into a soft dough that is slightly sticky but manageable. Cover and let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Making the Cinnamon Filling: In a bowl, blend together brown sugar, ground cinnamon, melted plant-based butter, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce until smooth and spreadable. Add any optional fillings you desire like nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips.
- Rolling and Filling: On a floured surface, roll the risen dough into a 12 by 16-inch rectangle. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough, covering from edge to edge. Sprinkle optional add-ins if using. Roll the dough tightly into a log shape, sealing the edge.
- Cutting and Second Rise: Slice the log into 12 equal rolls using a very sharp knife to keep spirals neat. Place rolls closely in a greased baking pan. Cover loosely with a clean cloth and let rise again until puffy, roughly 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Baking the Rolls: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly, releasing their inviting caramelized aroma.
- Preparing the Frosting: Whip plant-based cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and natural gelling agent until fluffy and spreadable.
- Frosting and Serving: Spread the frosting generously over warm cinnamon rolls right out of the oven, allowing it to melt slightly into the swirls for ultimate creaminess and sweetness.
Notes
- Use warm almond milk to activate yeast gently without killing it.
- Allow the dough to rise twice for a soft, airy texture.
- Spread cinnamon filling evenly edge to edge for consistent gooeyness.
- Cut rolls with a very sharp knife to keep spirals intact.
- Apply frosting while rolls are warm to let it melt into the swirls.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, plant-based frosting, vegan cinnamon rolls, soft cinnamon rolls, gooey cinnamon rolls
