Fat Free Cinnamon Rolls
Indulge guilt-free with these soft, fluffy Fat Free Cinnamon Rolls, a lighter twist on the classic treat that's packed with warm, spiced flavor! Made with unsweetened applesauce instead of butter or oil, these rolls are a heart-healthy option without compromising on decadence. The dough is quick and easy to prepare, with just 20 minutes of hands-on time, and rises to pillowy perfection. Each roll is swirled with a luscious combination of cinnamon and brown sugar, then finished with a drizzle of a simple vanilla glaze for the ultimate sweet finish. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special snack, these completely fat-free cinnamon rolls prove that you don’t need extra fat to enjoy a cozy, homemade indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cups Warm water (about 110°F)
- 1.5 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons Water (for icing)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, instant yeast, salt, and granulated sugar. Mix well.
Add warm water and unsweetened applesauce to the dry ingredients. Stir with a spoon until the dough begins to come together.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes, incorporating the remaining 1/4 cup of flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle (approximately 12 x 16 inches) on a floured surface.
In a small bowl, mix the ground cinnamon and brown sugar together. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough.
Starting at the longer edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seams to seal it.
Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 12 equal slices and place them cut-side up into a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
Cover the pan with a kitchen towel and let the rolls rise again for 20-30 minutes, until puffed up.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the cinnamon rolls for 16-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
While the rolls cool slightly, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and water in a small bowl until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1929 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 4.1 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1203 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 434.0 g | 158% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 144.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.9 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 658 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
