Sugar-Free Homemade Cinnamon Buns
Indulge guilt-free with these **Sugar-Free Homemade Cinnamon Buns**, a healthier twist on a classic favorite! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat, these buns feature a fluffy whole wheat dough infused with warm almond milk and sweetened naturally with monk fruit sweetener. The filling combines the cozy flavors of cinnamon and smooth unsweetened applesauce, creating a rich, aromatic swirl in every bite. These buns are free from refined sugars yet deliver all the nostalgic sweetness you crave. With easy-to-follow steps and a golden-brown finish, this recipe will elevate your baking game while keeping things wholesome and delicious. Ideal for health-conscious bakers and cinnamon roll lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm almond milk
- 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups whole wheat flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup granulated monk fruit sweetener
- 1.5 tablespoons cinnamon
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the warm almond milk and instant yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
Add the melted unsalted butter, large egg, and vanilla extract to the yeast mixture. Stir until fully combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon until a dough begins to form.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
In a small bowl, combine the granulated monk fruit sweetener and cinnamon.
After the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle, approximately 12x18 inches.
Spread the unsweetened applesauce evenly over the dough.
Sprinkle the cinnamon and monk fruit sweetener mixture evenly over the applesauce.
Starting from the long edge, tightly roll up the dough to form a log.
Cut the log into 12 equal sections and place them in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Cover with a towel and let the buns rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake the cinnamon buns for 20-25 minutes until they are golden brown on top.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your sugar-free homemade cinnamon buns!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1861 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.4 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.2 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 315 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 1449 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 407.6 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 53.4 g | 191% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 59.4 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 739 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 1804 mg | 38% | |
*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.
