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Fat-Free Greek Yogurt Cinnamon Rolls

Enjoy warm, gooey cinnamon rolls made healthier with Greek yogurt. Perfect for busy mornings or sweet cravings!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Use fat-free for the healthiest option.
  • 1 cup self-rising flour Gluten-free version available.
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Choose according to preference.
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch salt
Glaze Ingredients (optional)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar Optional for icing.
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk Adjust until desired consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt and self-rising flour until combined.
  3. Add honey (or maple syrup), cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt; mix well to form a dough.
  4. Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface. Sprinkle additional cinnamon and sweetener if desired.
  5. Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into equal-sized rolls.
  6. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Glazing
  1. For a glaze, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth and drizzle over cooled rolls.
Serving
  1. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Keep an eye on the rolls while baking; look for a golden color, not too dark. For extra texture, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans on top.