Individual Cinnamon Roll Recipe – Veggie World Cuisine

Why You’ll Adore This Single Cinnamon Roll Recipe

• No waste: This single-serving recipe prevents leftover rolls from going to waste.
• Simple: Just a few straightforward steps will have your cinnamon roll in the oven in minutes.
• Quick: Baking without yeast means no waiting for the dough to proof, and it bakes in under 15 minutes!

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour: While this recipe uses all-purpose flour, you can substitute it with a 1:1 gluten-free flour if desired.
• Baking powder: This recipe utilizes baking powder for leavening instead of yeast.
• Sugar: You can use classic granulated sugar or coconut sugar, bearing in mind that coconut sugar may darken the dough slightly.
• Dairy-free milk: Select an unsweetened dairy-free milk of your choice.
• Coconut oil: Melt coconut oil before adding; a few seconds in the microwave should suffice. For a neutral taste, choose unflavored coconut oil.
• Vanilla: A touch of vanilla enhances the sweetness of the dough.
• Filling: Combine brown or coconut sugar, cinnamon, and vegan butter for the filling.
• Frosting: The cream cheese frosting is made with vegan cream cheese, powdered sugar, and a hint of vanilla and salt. Not sure which vegan cream cheese to use? I recommend Kite Hill, Nature’s Fynd, and Daiya.

Refer to the recipe card below for precise ingredient quantities, nutritional information, and comprehensive instructions.

Variations

• Toppings: Enhance your cinnamon roll with your preferred cake toppings, like coconut flakes or colorful sprinkles.
• Chocolate chips: Add chocolate chips to the cinnamon-sugar mix for a delicious twist.
• Raisins: Incorporate raisins for a naturally sweet addition.
• Nuts: Chopped pecans or walnuts can provide a delightful crunch.
• Chocolate-cinnamon rolls: Substitute some cinnamon with cocoa or use cocoa powder and sugar for the filling.

How to Create a Single Serving Cinnamon Roll

Set your oven, prepare your ramekin, and follow these steps to make your cinnamon roll:

Step 1: Combine the ingredients. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, milk, oil, and vanilla thoroughly.

Step 2: Roll the dough. Dust a cutting board with flour and use a rolling pin to shape the dough into a long rectangle.

Step 3: Coat the dough. Apply a thin layer of vegan butter over the dough.

Step 4: Add the filling. Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar over the buttered dough evenly.

Step 5: Cut the dough in half. Use a pizza cutter or knife to slice the rectangle of dough in half.

Step 6: Roll it up. Gently roll one of the strips of dough making sure not to roll too tightly.

Step 7: Pinch the edges together. Seal the rolled strip and then roll up the second strip to create your single cinnamon roll.

Step 8: Bake the cinnamon roll. Transfer your roll into an oven-safe dish to bake.

Step 9: Bake.  Bake until the edges turn golden. Meanwhile, prepare the frosting by mixing cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and salt in a bowl until well combined.

Step 10: Cool the roll and frost. Once baked and slightly cooled, generously glaze the cinnamon roll with frosting before serving.

Serving Suggestions

This single cinnamon roll pairs wonderfully with many of my other recipes. Here are some suggestions:

Expert Tips

• Grease your baking dish: Lightly coat your baking dish or ramekin to ensure the cinnamon roll releases easily.
• Don’t overdo the filling: While it may be tempting to heap on the cinnamon and sugar, just use enough for an even layer over the dough.
• Storage: Cover your ramekin with plastic wrap for up to 3 days or transfer leftover cinnamon roll into an airtight container.
• Make More: This recipe yields one cinnamon roll. If a larger batch is desired, simply double or triple the recipe as needed.

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