Low Fat Cinnamon Sugar Morning Buns
Start your day with these irresistible **Low Fat Cinnamon Sugar Morning Buns**, a lighter twist on the classic pastry that doesn't skimp on flavor. These fluffy, golden rolls are enriched with the warm spice of cinnamon and a perfect touch of sweetness from brown sugar and vanilla. Made with low-fat milk and just a few tablespoons of butter, they’re a guilt-free indulgence perfect for breakfast or brunch. The soft, yeast-raised dough is easy to work with, and the recipe comes together in under 90 minutes, thanks to quick-rising yeast. Baked in a muffin tin for perfectly portioned rolls, these buns are a delightful combination of soft, airy centers and lightly caramelized edges. Serve them fresh from the oven with a dusting of cinnamon sugar for a cozy treat that will impress your family and friends! Keywords: low fat cinnamon buns, healthy breakfast pastry, homemade sweet rolls, brunch recipes, cinnamon sugar.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 cup Low-fat milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 large Egg
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Cooking spray
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.25 cups of granulated sugar, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 2.25 teaspoons of instant yeast.
In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of low-fat milk and 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat until the butter melts. Let it cool to lukewarm.
Add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Add 1 large egg and knead the mixture until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
In a small bowl, mix 0.5 cup of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, and 0.75 cup of brown sugar.
After the dough has doubled, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface into a rectangle about 12x18 inches.
Spread 1 tablespoon of melted unsalted butter over the dough and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
Tightly roll up the dough from the long side, creating a log. Cut into 12 even pieces.
Place each piece into the prepared muffin tin. Cover the tin with a damp cloth and let the buns rise for 20 minutes.
Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract with leftover cinnamon sugar (if any) and lightly dust the warm buns before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2779 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 64.9 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.6 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 1456 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 500.5 g | 182% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 218.0 g | ||
| Protein | 55.4 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 533 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 724 mg | 15% | |
*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.
