Ingredients
Dough
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons powdered erythritol or other keto sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Filling
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons powdered erythritol
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Optional Cream Cheese Glaze
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered erythritol
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation Time
Prep time: 15–20 minutes
Bake time: 12–15 minutes
Total time: 35–40 minutes
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Melt Cheese for Dough
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine:
- Mozzarella cheese
- Cream cheese
Microwave for 60 seconds, stir, then microwave 20–30 seconds more until fully melted and smooth.
Step 3: Form the Dough
Add to melted cheese:
- Almond flour
- Coconut flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Eggs
- Sweetener
- Vanilla extract
Mix thoroughly until a sticky dough forms. Knead with oiled hands until smooth. If too stiff, microwave 10 seconds to soften.
Step 4: Roll Out Dough
Place dough between two sheets of parchment paper. Roll into a rectangle approximately 8×10 inches.
Step 5: Add Cinnamon Filling
- Brush melted butter over the dough rectangle.
- Mix erythritol and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over the buttered dough.
Step 6: Roll and Slice
- Carefully roll the dough into a log, starting from one long edge.
- Slice into 6–8 equal rolls using a sharp knife or dental floss.
- Place rolls cut-side up on prepared baking sheet.
Step 7: Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
Step 8: Optional Cream Cheese Glaze
- Mix cream cheese, butter, erythritol, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle over warm rolls.
Texture Expectations
- Soft, fluffy interior
- Slightly golden, lightly crisp edges
- Sweet, gooey cinnamon flavor
- Creamy optional glaze adds extra indulgence
Flavor Variations
- Pumpkin Spice: Add 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice to filling
- Pecan Cinnamon Rolls: Sprinkle chopped pecans over filling
- Maple Keto Glaze: Use sugar-free maple extract in cream cheese glaze
- Chocolate Cinnamon: Add a few sugar-free chocolate chips to filling
Storage Instructions
- Refrigerator: Store in airtight container up to 4 days
- Freezer: Freeze unbaked rolls for up to 2 months; bake from frozen or thaw before baking
Approximate Nutrition (Per Roll)
Calories: 220–250
Net Carbs: 3–4g
Protein: 12–14g
Fat: 18–20g
