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Fat-Free Greek Yogurt Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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These Fat Free Greek Yogurt Cinnamon Rolls are a healthier twist on the classic favorite, using fat free Greek yogurt to keep them moist and tender while reducing fat content. This easy sheet pan recipe yields soft, fluffy rolls with a sweet cinnamon filling, topped with a simple glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a delightful snack, these cinnamon rolls are made with bread flour and require two rises for the best texture.

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups bread flour (420 g), sifted and leveled
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 1/3 cup fat free Greek yogurt (333 g), plain or unsweetened, drained
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp water or milk of choice

Filling Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp brown sugar (can also use granulated monk fruit sweetener)
  • 1 Tbsp cinnamon powder

Glaze Ingredients

  • 1 cup powdered sugar (can also use powdered monk fruit sweetener)
  • 2 Tbsp milk of choice

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In the bowl of your stand mixer, combine bread flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt thoroughly to prepare the base of the dough.
  2. Add Greek Yogurt: Add the fat free Greek yogurt to the dry ingredients in the mixer bowl.
  3. Knead Dough with Water: Start kneading the dough on a low speed (speed 2) and gradually add 1/2 cup water. Add more water one tablespoon at a time if needed until the dough forms a soft but not sticky ball.
  4. Continue Kneading: Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough pulls away from the bowl and becomes stretchy and supple with a slightly bumpy texture.
  5. First Rise: Transfer dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size, about 60 to 90 minutes.
  6. Prepare Filling: While dough rises, mix brown sugar and cinnamon powder to create the cinnamon filling and set aside.
  7. Shape Dough: Punch down the risen dough and place it on a floured surface. Roll it out into a rectangle approximately 18 x 10 inches.
  8. Moisten Surface: Lightly brush or spray the dough surface with water or almond milk to help the filling stick.
  9. Spread Filling: Evenly spread the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the moist dough surface.
  10. Roll Dough: Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log and pinch the seam to seal.
  11. Cut Rolls: Using a string or dental floss, slice the rolled dough into 12 equal-sized rolls.
  12. Prepare Baking Pan: Line a 9″ x 12″ or quarter sheet pan with parchment paper and place the rolls swirl-side up, spaced about half an inch apart.
  13. Second Rise: Let the rolls rise again until puffy, about 30 minutes. During the last 10 minutes, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  14. Bake Rolls: Bake the cinnamon rolls for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown on top and cooked through.
  15. Make Glaze: While the rolls bake, mix powdered sugar with milk, adjusting quantities to get your desired glaze thickness. Optionally, pair with Greek Yogurt Icing for extra flavor.
  16. Glaze Rolls: After the rolls have cooled enough to handle, drizzle the glaze over the top evenly.
  17. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the cinnamon rolls warm or at room temperature and enjoy this fat free, delicious treat!

Notes

  • Sift and level the bread flour for accurate measurement and better dough consistency.
  • Drain excess liquid from the Greek yogurt to prevent overly wet dough.
  • Water quantity may vary depending on the flour protein content and yogurt moisture; add water gradually.
  • Use a string or dental floss for clean, even slices without crushing the dough.
  • Ensure dough rises fully before shaping for soft, fluffy rolls.
  • Adjust glaze consistency by adding more powdered sugar for thickness or more milk for thinness.
  • Can substitute brown sugar with monk fruit sweetener for a lower sugar option.

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