Keto Cinnamon Buns Soft Fluffy (Print Version)
Soft and fluffy cinnamon buns using almond flour and a sugar-free sweetener for a low-carb delight.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 2 cups almond flour
02 - 2 tbsp coconut flour
03 - 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
04 - 2 tsp baking powder
05 - 1/4 tsp salt
06 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 2 oz cream cheese
08 - 2 large eggs
→ Filling
09 - 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
10 - 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
11 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
→ Cream Cheese Icing
12 - 2 oz cream cheese, softened
13 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
14 - 1/4 cup powdered erythritol
15 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
16 - 1-2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk as needed for consistency
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch round baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - Combine shredded mozzarella and cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring until melted and smooth.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, sweetener, baking powder, and salt.
04 - Add the melted cheese mixture and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix with a spatula until a dough forms. Lightly oil your hands if needed to handle sticky dough.
05 - Place dough between two sheets of parchment paper. Roll out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
06 - Mix erythritol, cinnamon, and melted butter. Spread evenly over the rolled dough.
07 - Using parchment paper to assist, gently roll dough into a log from the long side. Slice into 8 equal pieces.
08 - Arrange buns cut-side up in prepared pan. Bake for 22-25 minutes until golden and set.
09 - Beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered erythritol, and vanilla. Add almond milk as needed for spreadable consistency.
10 - Remove buns from oven and cool for 10 minutes. Spread icing over warm buns before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- They rise beautifully and develop that irresistible yeasted-bread aroma without a single grain of wheat
- The cream cheese frosting transforms them from breakfast-worthy into dessert-level indulgence
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- Working with the cheese dough takes patience, if it cools too much it becomes difficult to roll
- The buns continue cooking slightly from residual heat, so don't overbake or they'll dry out
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- Room temperature ingredients incorporate more smoothly and prevent the cheese from seizing
- Use a ruler or measure against your hand to ensure even-sized slices so they bake uniformly