PROTEIN CINNAMON ROLLS
This being the second time we share a protein cinnamon roll recipe just showcases how much you HAVE to give them a try this Fall. This version is a bit closer to the real thing, but with a higher protein content.
Recipe (around 10 rolls)
Dough
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup greek yogurt
- 1 scoop Maple Brown Sugar Isolate protein
Cinnamon filling
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
Glaze
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 scoop Maple Brown Sugar or Smooth Vanilla Isolate protein
- Splash of almond milk
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 360°F ;
- In a large mixing bowl, add the ingredients for the dough. Start using your hands once the consistency gets too thick ;
- Spread a bit of flour on a clean, dry and flat surface, such as a counter top. Using your hands or a rolling pin, evenly flatten the dough until it's about 0.5-1 cm thick ;
- Spread the melted butter on the dough, then sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon on top ;
- Roll the dough and cut into about 10 cinnamon rolls ;
- Bake for 20 minutes. While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze ;
- Pour the glaze over the cinnamon rolls and enjoy!
Overview
If you have to choose ONE recipe to make this Fall, make it be cinnamon rolls. With their sweet taste, spicy flavour and smooth glaze, they truly make for the best cozy treats. Plus, our higher protein version gives you the best of both worlds!
Recipe by Chris Messenger (@thechrismess)