These protein cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and packed with protein—without tasting like “diet food.” Made with Greek yogurt and protein powder, they deliver classic cinnamon roll comfort with lighter ingredients, making them perfect for high-protein breakfasts, meal prep, or healthy snacks.
Ingredients
- Dough
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour or white whole wheat flour
- ½ cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cinnamon Filling
- 2 tbsp light butter or coconut oil melted
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1½ tbsp ground cinnamon
- Optional Protein Icing
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 –2 tbsp protein powder
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- Make the Dough
- In a bowl, mix flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add Greek yogurt, eggs, vanilla, and maple syrup.
- Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Roll & Fill
- Roll dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
- Brush with melted butter or oil.
- Sprinkle evenly with cinnamon and sweetener.
- Shape
- Roll tightly into a log.
- Slice into even rolls and place in baking dish.
- Bake
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until lightly golden and set.
- Ice & Serve
- Let cool for 5 minutes.
- Mix icing ingredients and spread over warm rolls if desired.
Notes
- Too much protein powder can dry out baked goods—measure carefully.
- Protein-based doughs bake faster than traditional ones, so avoid overbaking.
- Dental floss works great for clean slices.