
Low-Calorie Protein Cinnabons
Perfect, soft low-calorie protein cinnabons with a gorgeous frosting - sweet and indulgent in a version that fits your goals.
Nutrition values per serving
80 cal
6 g
13 g
0.5 g
1.2 g
Medium
Prep time
20 min
Cook time
15 min
Servings
12 servings
Ingredients
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80 g of flour
80 g of wholemeal flour
20 grams of erythritol ErythritolA natural, almost zero-calorie sweetener that looks and bakes much like sugar.
200 g of pro-vanilla yogurt
6 g of dry yeast
1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
To fill
20 g of 2% lactose-free milk
5 g of cinnamon
For frosting
60 g of symphony cheese 5%
120 g of 2% lactose-free milk
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Method
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Mix all the dough ingredients together in a bowl until a flexible dough.
Let rise for about an hour - an hour and a half.
Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 2 mm.
Spread the filling and roll into a roll.
Divide the roll into 12 equal pieces.
Let the rolls rise for an hour - an hour and a half.
Put in the oven at 180°C for about 12 - 15 minutes until golden.
Mix the frosting ingredients and apply straight away when the Cinnabons come out of the oven.
Enjoy!
Small tips that make a difference
- Roll the dough as tightly as you can to get a neat spiral.
- Do not over bake - take them out the moment the tops turn golden.
- Spread the frosting while the buns are still warm so a little soaks in.
Frequently asked questions
- How many calories per cinnabon?
- About 81 calories each, with the recipe making 12 - a version that fits a cutting phase.
- Can I make them ahead?
- Yes. Bake a day ahead and store airtight; warm for 20 seconds in the microwave and add frosting before serving.
- What can replace the protein powder?
- You can use oat flour in equal quantity, but the protein content will drop noticeably.
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