Low Fat Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the warm, gooey goodness of these *Low Fat Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting,* a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce, non-fat milk, and reduced-fat cream cheese, these soft and fluffy rolls are bursting with sweet cinnamon-brown sugar swirls and topped with a silky layer of creamy frosting. Perfect for a weekend brunch or special occasion, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy the comforting aroma and flavor of homemade cinnamon rolls without overindulging. Ready in just under two hours and yielding 12 generous servings, these easy-to-make, lower-calorie cinnamon rolls are a delightful treat for anyone seeking a lightened-up version of a beloved bakery staple. Serve them warm and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.75 cup Non-fat milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Light brown sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 4 ounces Reduced-fat cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt.
In a small saucepan, heat the non-fat milk and unsalted butter until warm (but not too hot) and the butter is melted. Stir in unsweetened applesauce.
Add the milk mixture to the flour mixture and stir until combined, gradually adding the remaining 0.5 cups of flour to form a soft dough.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Punch the dough down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 16x9 inches.
Spread 1 tablespoon of the melted unsalted butter on the rolled-out dough. Mix light brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl, then sprinkle evenly over the dough.
Starting from a long side, roll up the dough tightly into a log, pinching the seam to seal. Cut into 12 equal slices using a sharp knife or dental floss.
Place the rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover and let them rise again until nearly doubled, about 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the rolls for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let them cool slightly in the pan.
For the cream cheese frosting, beat together the reduced-fat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Spread the frosting over the warm cinnamon rolls before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.9 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 127 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 1691 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 426.7 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 181.2 g | ||
| Protein | 49.9 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 594 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1137 mg | 24% | |
*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.
