Soft, swirly, cinnamon-filled indulgence — sugar-free, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, and only 1.3 net carbs per roll!
🍽️ Recipe Overview
- Yield: 12 small rolls
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Cuisine: Keto, Low-Carb
- Course: Dessert, Breakfast
- Calories: 94 kcal per roll
- Net Carbs: 1.3g per roll
🛒 Ingredients & Their Purpose
Dough
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1½ cups (175g) shredded mozzarella cheese
Provides stretch and structure — the base of the keto “fathead” dough. -
¾ cup (80g) extra-fine almond flour
Adds body and low-carb bulk to the dough. -
2 tbsp cream cheese (room temperature)
Softens the dough and enriches flavor. -
1 large egg
Binds the ingredients and helps with structure. -
½ tsp baking powder
Gives a slight lift and fluffiness.
Cinnamon Filling
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2 tsp water (or melted butter for richer flavor)
Acts as the base to dissolve sweetener and cinnamon. -
2 tbsp granular sweetener (erythritol, allulose, or monk fruit)
Mimics brown sugar and sweetens the swirl. -
2 tsp ground cinnamon (sticks grated or powder)
The heart of the cinnamon roll flavor.
Frosting
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2 tbsp cream cheese
Rich and creamy frosting base. -
1 tbsp full-fat Greek yogurt
Adds tang and soft texture. -
2 drops vanilla stevia (or ¼ tsp vanilla extract)
Sweetens and flavors the frosting.
🔪 Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler
- Baking sheet or pie dish
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Spoon or spatula
- Oven
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- Preheat oven to 180°C (360°F).
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt mozzarella and cream cheese together for 1½ minutes until fully melted but not bubbling.
- Stir until smooth.
- Add egg, baking powder, and almond flour. Mix until a dough forms.
- Lightly grease hands and knead dough into a smooth ball.
Step 2: Shape and Fill
- Divide dough into 6 equal portions (~50g each).
- Roll each into a rope about 40 cm long, then flatten with your palms.
- Mix cinnamon filling: stir sweetener, cinnamon, and water (or butter).
- Spread the filling over flattened dough strips.
- Roll each into a tight swirl and slice in half diagonally to form 12 buns.
- Place into a greased or lined pie dish or baking sheet.
Step 3: Bake
- Bake for 20 minutes, until golden and slightly firm.
- While baking, mix frosting ingredients until smooth.
Step 4: Frost and Serve
- Let rolls cool slightly before spreading frosting on top.
- Serve warm with a sprinkle of cinnamon or extra stevia if desired.
🍩 Flavor & Texture
- Warm, fluffy, and swirled with cinnamon spice.
- Slightly chewy from mozzarella dough, creamy frosting topping.
- The ultimate low-carb treat that feels indulgent without the guilt.
🧾 Nutrition (Per Roll – Approximate)
- Calories: 94
- Protein: 6.2g
- Total Carbs: 2.1g
- Net Carbs: 1.3g
- Fat: 7.2g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Sugar: 0.4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 98mg
- Potassium: 9mg
❄️ Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in airtight container for up to 5 days
- Freezer: Freeze unfrosted rolls up to 2 months
- Reheat: Microwave 15–20 seconds before serving; add frosting after reheating
🔄 Tips & Variations
- Use a brown sugar substitute for a more classic cinnamon roll flavor.
- Grease hands if dough is sticky. If too firm to shape, re-warm slightly.
- Butter in the filling adds richness if desired.
- Don’t be fooled by their size — these rolls are surprisingly filling.
- No stevia? Use vanilla extract + powdered sweetener in the frosting.
🥰 Final Thoughts
These Keto Cinnamon Rolls are comforting, nostalgic, and shockingly low in carbs. Whether you’re keto, gluten-free, or just craving a guilt-free treat, they check every box. Warm, soft, swirled perfection with every bite.
