Keto Cinnamon Buns (Print Version)

Soft, low-carb cinnamon buns made with almond flour and a sugar-free sweetener for a guilt-free treat.

# What You Need:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cups almond flour
02 - 2 tablespoons coconut flour
03 - 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 2 ounces cream cheese
08 - 2 large eggs

→ Filling

09 - 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
10 - 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
11 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Cream Cheese Icing

12 - 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
13 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
14 - 1/4 cup powdered erythritol
15 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - 1-2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk as needed

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch round baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease with butter.
02 - Combine shredded mozzarella and cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, baking powder, and salt until well incorporated.
04 - Add the melted cheese mixture and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly with a spatula until a cohesive, sticky dough forms. Lightly oil hands to handle dough if necessary.
05 - Place dough between two sheets of parchment paper. Roll into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick, ensuring even thickness throughout.
06 - In a small bowl, mix erythritol, ground cinnamon, and melted butter until combined. Spread evenly over the rolled dough surface.
07 - Use the parchment paper to lift and roll the dough into a tight log from the long edge. Cut into 8 equal portions using a sharp knife or unflavored dental floss.
08 - Arrange buns cut-side up in the prepared pan. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
09 - While buns bake, beat softened cream cheese, butter, powdered erythritol, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time until spreadable consistency is reached.
10 - Remove buns from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Spread prepared icing generously over warm buns and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You get that pillowy, cinnamon-sugar experience without the carb crash or sugar cravings afterward
  • The dough technique using melted cheese creates a texture so close to traditional cinnamon rolls that keto skeptics won't believe the difference
02 -
  • Work quickly with the cheese dough once it's melted because it becomes stiff and difficult to roll as it cools down
  • If the dough tears while rolling, let it warm slightly between your hands, patch the tear, and continue rolling
03 -
  • Use unflavored dental floss to slice the log into clean rolls without squishing the dough
  • If your kitchen is warm, chill the rolled log for 10 minutes before slicing for cleaner edges

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