Description
The Best Cinnamon Rolls feature soft, fluffy dough enriched with warm cinnamon and plant-based butter. Finished with a natural sweet glaze, these irresistible rolls are perfect for cozy breakfasts or special treats shared with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup plant-based butter, softened
- 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup plant-based milk, lukewarm
- 2 eggs (or suitable substitute)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Cinnamon Filling
- ½ cup plant-based butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 tbsp cinnamon
- Optional: chopped nuts or dried fruit
Glaze (natural)
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (natural)
- 2–3 tbsp plant-based milk
- 1 tsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Warm plant-based milk until lukewarm, then stir in apple cider vinegar and instant yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. In a large bowl, combine flour, softened plant-based butter, brown sugar, eggs (or substitute), salt, and the yeast mixture. Knead until dough is smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Make the Cinnamon Filling: While the dough rises, mix softened plant-based butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth and spreadable. Set aside.
- Roll Out and Fill: Roll the risen dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle. Spread cinnamon filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border. Roll up tightly starting from the long edge into a log.
- Slice and Second Rise: Cut the rolled dough into 12 equal slices and place them spaced in a greased baking pan. Cover lightly and let rise for 30 to 45 minutes until puffy and nearly doubled.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and let cool slightly before glazing.
- Prepare and Apply the Glaze (natural): Mix powdered sugar, vanilla extract (natural), plant-based milk, and natural gelling agent until smooth. Drizzle generously over warm rolls for a glossy finish.
Notes
- Use fresh yeast for best rise and texture.
- Knead dough just enough to develop gluten while keeping it soft.
- Allow both first and second rises for fluffy rolls.
- Roll dough evenly for consistent thickness and filling distribution.
- Apply glaze while rolls are warm for optimal melting effect.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cinnamon roll
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cinnamon rolls, plant-based, sweet glaze, cinnamon swirl, breakfast, baked goods
