Description
Start your day or enjoy an afternoon treat with fluffy, tender Buttermilk Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing (plant-based). These sweet rolls feature a warm cinnamon swirl and a luscious, creamy plant-based cream cheese icing that perfectly complements the soft texture. Made with simple, natural ingredients, they are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a cozy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup natural buttermilk
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup plant-based butter, melted
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) (optional)
- 1 tsp natural gelling agent
Cinnamon Filling
- 1/3 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cinnamon powder (natural)
Cream Cheese Icing
- 4 oz plant-based cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar (natural)
- 1 tbsp grape juice (natural)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Warm the natural buttermilk slightly to activate the yeast when combined. In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, brown sugar, salt, and natural gelling agent. Slowly add the warm buttermilk, melted plant-based butter, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) if using. Stir until a soft dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover; let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 to 2 hours.
- Make the Cinnamon Filling: While the dough rises, combine softened plant-based butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon powder (natural) in a bowl. Stir until creamy and well blended. This will be spread inside each roll to create the cinnamon swirl.
- Shape the Rolls: Once the dough has doubled, punch it down gently. Roll it out into a thin rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough. Roll up the dough tightly along the long edge. Slice the roll into pieces about 1.5 to 2 inches thick. Arrange the slices snugly in a greased baking pan.
- Bake to Perfection: Allow the rolls to rest and rise again in the pan for 30 to 45 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Icing: While the rolls bake, whip together plant-based cream cheese, powdered sugar (natural), grape juice (natural), and vanilla extract (natural) until smooth and creamy. This icing will be spread over the warm rolls.
- Finish and Serve: Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool slightly. Generously spread the cream cheese icing on top. The warmth will soften the icing, letting it cascade through the cinnamon swirls for a rich finish.
Notes
- Keep the liquid buttermilk warm but not hot to properly activate the yeast.
- Roll the dough evenly for consistent cinnamon swirls.
- Allow full rises for the softest, fluffiest texture.
- Use room temperature plant-based cream cheese for the smoothest icing.
- Lightly butter or oil the baking pan edges to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: buttermilk cinnamon rolls, cinnamon rolls with cream cheese icing, plant-based cinnamon rolls, vegan cinnamon rolls, soft cinnamon rolls
