Description
Soft and fluffy Cinnamon Rolls with a sweet cinnamon swirl and creamy plant-based icing, ideal for a cozy breakfast or delightful dessert. This recipe provides a perfect balance of warmth, sweetness, and tender texture, made with simple pantry staples and plant-based ingredients for a joyful homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm plant-based milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup plant-based butter, softened
Cinnamon Filling
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon (natural flavoring)
- 3 tbsp plant-based butter, melted
- 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp plant-based butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (natural flavoring)
- 2 tbsp warm plant-based milk
- 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Activate the yeast by combining warm plant-based milk with a pinch of sugar. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt. Gradually add the softened plant-based butter and the activated yeast mixture. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 to 2 hours.
- Make the Filling: While the dough rises, mix granulated sugar, ground cinnamon (natural flavoring), melted plant-based butter, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce to create a rich, fragrant cinnamon paste.
- Roll and Fill: After the dough has risen, gently punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangular shape. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into equal pieces to form rolls.
- Second Rise: Place the cinnamon roll slices in a greased baking dish with space between each roll. Cover loosely and let them rise until puffy, about 30 minutes.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake the rolls at 350°F (175°C) for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and aromatic. Avoid overbaking to retain softness.
- Prepare the Icing: Combine powdered sugar, softened plant-based butter, vanilla extract (natural flavoring), warm plant-based milk, and natural gelling agent. Mix until creamy with a luscious texture suitable for drizzling.
- Glaze and Serve: Spread or drizzle the icing over the warm cinnamon rolls once slightly cooled. Serve immediately for the best melt-in-your-mouth experience.
Notes
- Use warm plant-based milk to properly activate the yeast and achieve a perfect rise.
- Knead the dough gently but thoroughly to develop gluten for an ideal texture.
- Do not skip the second rise to ensure soft and fluffy rolls.
- Roll the dough tightly to create well-defined cinnamon swirls.
- Apply the icing while the rolls are still warm for optimal creaminess and flavor.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cinnamon roll
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, vegan cinnamon rolls, plant-based dessert, sweet rolls, breakfast rolls, homemade cinnamon rolls
