Low Fat Classic Cinnamon Rolls
Indulge in the comforting aroma and flavor of freshly baked cinnamon rolls without guilt with these **Low Fat Classic Cinnamon Rolls**! This healthier twist on a beloved breakfast treat swaps out heavy ingredients for smart alternatives like **unsweetened applesauce**, **skim milk**, and **low-fat cream cheese**, delivering all the classic flavors with fewer calories and less fat. The soft, fluffy dough combines all-purpose and whole wheat flour for added texture and wholesomeness, while a generous swirl of **brown sugar** and **ground cinnamon** creates the perfect sweet-spiced filling. Topped with a creamy, light cream cheese frosting, these rolls are ideal for health-conscious bakers who want a delicious homemade dessert or brunch centerpiece. Quick to prepare and packed with satisfying flavor, these low-fat cinnamon rolls are sure to become a family favorite! **Perfect for guilt-free indulgence**, enjoy warm and fresh straight from the oven!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g all-purpose flour
- 100 g whole wheat flour
- 7 g instant yeast
- 250 ml skim milk
- 50 g sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 egg white
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 60 g unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 100 g brown sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 100 g powdered sugar
- 50 g low-fat cream cheese
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract for icing
- 2 tbsp milk for icing
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 300g all-purpose flour, 100g whole wheat flour, and 7g instant yeast.
Heat 250ml skim milk to lukewarm and stir in 50g sugar and 1 tsp salt until dissolved.
Add the warm milk mixture to the flour along with 1 egg white, 60g unsweetened applesauce, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tbsp olive oil.
Mix thoroughly until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
After the dough has risen, roll it out on a lightly floured surface to form a rectangle approximately 12x18 inches.
Spread 100g brown sugar and 2 tbsp ground cinnamon evenly over the dough.
Carefully roll the dough from one long edge to the other to form a log. Cut into 12 even slices.
Place the slices in the prepared pan. Cover with a cloth and let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
While the rolls are baking, prepare the icing by mixing 100g powdered sugar with 50g low-fat cream cheese, 0.5 tsp vanilla extract, and 2 tbsp milk until smooth.
Remove the cinnamon rolls from the oven and allow to cool slightly before spreading the cream cheese icing over the top.
Serve warm and enjoy your low-fat cinnamon rolls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2871 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.9 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 2793 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 590.7 g | 215% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.3 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 269.1 g | ||
| Protein | 65.0 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 774 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 1682 mg | 36% | |
*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.
