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Keto Cinnamon Rolls with Cranberry and Orange

These Keto Cinnamon Rolls with Cranberry and Orange are absolutely delicious and perfect for the holidays! They’re fluffy, soft, and topped with the most amazing icing you've ever tasted! Did we mention these rolls are keto, low-carb, gluten-free, and grain-free?!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 10 Servings
Calories: 315kcal

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 2 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 2 oz. softened cream cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons coconut flour
  • 1/2 cup granular erythritol
  • 2 teaspoons xanthan gum
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs

For the Filling

  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1/4 cup keto brown sugar substitute such as Sukrin Gold
  • 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries

For the Icing

  • 1 1/2 cups confectioner erythritol
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons almond milk

Instructions

For the Dough

  • Heat your oven to 350°F and line an 8 x 11 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  • In a medium microwave-safe bowl, microwave the mozzarella and cream cheese for one minute, remove and stir, then microwave for another 45 seconds or until the cheeses are completely melted.
  • In a large bowl fitted for a stand mixer, combine the almond flour, granular erythritol, coconut flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt.
  • Next, add in the apple cider vinegar, vanilla, eggs, and melted cheese. Place the hook attachment onto the stand mixer and mix the ingredients together for at least 5 minutes or until completely combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as you go until a dough forms.
  • Create a large bottom layer of plastic wrap by connecting several sheets together until it is at least 24-inches long x 20-inches wide.
  • Place the dough in the center of the plastic wrap.
  • Make the top layer of plastic wrap in the same way and size (24 x 20 inches) and place on top of the dough.
  • Roll out the dough between the two layers of plastic wrap until it is a 20 x 16 inch oval. Stretch out the plastic wrap if needed so that it doesn't get caught under the dough.
  • Remove the top layer of the plastic wrap and move onto the filling.

For the Filling

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the butter, brown sugar substitute, and ground cinnamon.
  • Spread out the cinnamon mixture evenly onto the top of the dough.
  • Sprinkle the fresh cranberries evenly over top.
  • Using the bottom layer of plastic wrap, roll the dough up lengthwise, starting at the long side of the dough oval.
  • Cut the dough into 10 cinnamon rolls. The dough will be sticky so use a string if you have it.
  • Place the cinnamon rolls in the lined baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the tops and sides of the rolls turn golden brown.

For the Icing

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients. Feel free to add a little more milk until you have reached your desired consistency.
  • Allow your cinnamon rolls to cool before topping them with the icing.
  • Use a spoon or spatula to spread the icing over cinnamon buns.

Notes

  • Dough consistency. This is a very sticky dough. Make sure to roll it out in plastic wrap so it doesn't stick to your rolling pin or counter.
  • Cutting the slices. This cinnamon roll dough is very soft. If you use a knife be very careful, the dough might get smashed and the cinnamon rolls won't look as fluffy. Instead of a knife, use can also use some string or even unflavored dental floss. Put the string under the dough, bring it up and criss-cross the string. It will cut the dough like magic.
  • Cool your rolls. Make sure to let your rolls cool before adding the icing so that it doesn't melt.
  • Storage. Store leftovers in a sealed container at room temperature for up to 5 days, if they last that long!
  • Make ahead. You can make the dough and slice the rolls ahead of time. Store them covered in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.

Nutrition

Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 471mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 616IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 241mg | Iron: 1mg