Low Fat Classic Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge guilt-free with these irresistible Low Fat Classic Cinnamon Rolls—soft, fluffy, and bursting with the warm aroma of cinnamon! This healthier twist on the traditional recipe swaps in wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, unsweetened applesauce, and skim milk to keep the rolls tender while reducing fat and calories. A velvety low-fat cream cheese icing adds the perfect finishing touch without compromising on flavor. Perfectly spiced with brown sugar and cinnamon and made with just a few simple steps, these cinnamon rolls are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime treat. Easy to make, ready in under two hours, and offering the same gooey, cinnamon-swirled deliciousness you love, they’re a crowd-pleasing classic you can feel good about enjoying!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

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

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine 300g all-purpose flour, 100g whole wheat flour, and 7g instant yeast.

Step 2

Heat 250ml skim milk to lukewarm and stir in 50g sugar and 1 tsp salt until dissolved.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Mix thoroughly until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 7

After the dough has risen, roll it out on a lightly floured surface to form a rectangle approximately 12x18 inches.

Step 8

Spread 100g brown sugar and 2 tbsp ground cinnamon evenly over the dough.

Step 9

Carefully roll the dough from one long edge to the other to form a log. Cut into 12 even slices.

Step 10

Place the slices in the prepared pan. Cover with a cloth and let rise for an additional 30 minutes.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 12

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.

Step 13

Remove the cinnamon rolls from the oven and allow to cool slightly before spreading the cream cheese icing over the top.

Step 14

Serve warm and enjoy your low-fat cinnamon rolls!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1130.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2871.1

Total Fat 28.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 27.1mg	0%
Sodium 2793.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 590.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.3g	0%
Total Sugars 269.1g
Protein 65.0g	0%

Vitamin D 128.9IU	0%
Calcium 774.1mg	0%
Iron 20.7mg	0%
Potassium 1682.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.0%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 82.0%