These high-protein cinnamon rolls made with PEScience Select Protein are soft, fluffy, and topped with a creamy vanilla protein icing. The perfect better-for-you breakfast or post-workout treat.
There’s nothing better than a warm, gooey cinnamon roll, except one that’s packed with high-quality protein and made with better ingredients. This recipe uses PEScience Select Protein to create soft, fluffy rolls with all the classic flavor and texture you love, plus a protein boost to support your goals.
Whether you're looking for a satisfying weekend brunch, a post-workout snack, or a macro-friendly dessert, these protein cinnamon rolls deliver on taste and nutrition.
Why Use PEScience Select Protein?
Our Select Protein isn’t just for shakes, it’s formulated to bake beautifully into soft, moist recipes without the dry or gritty texture that other protein powders often produce. With a blend of whey and casein, it supports muscle recovery while adding rich flavor and structure to baked goods.
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Ingredients:
Cinnamon Rolls:
- 2/3 cup Warm Water
- 1 tbsp Sugar or Sweetener of Choice
- 1 packet Active Fast-Rice Yeast
- 200g All-Purpose Flour (plus extra for rolling)
- 3 scoops PEScience Cake Pop Select Protein Powder
- 2 tbsp Light Butter
- 1 tbsp Cinnamon
- 2 tbsp Sweetener of Choice
Vanilla Cream Cheese Icing:
- 6 oz. Fat-Free Cream Cheese
- 8 g (1/4 scoop) PEScience Gourmet Vanilla Select Protein Powder
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 tbsp Almond or Cashew Milk
- 2 tsp Sweetener of Choice
Directions:
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In a large mixing bowl, add warm water (bath water temperature- around 100-110 degrees F. This is important because it will affect the rising capability of the yeast.
- Stir in 1 tbsp sugar and the fast-rising yeast packet until dissolved. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Slowly pour in 200g of all-purpose flour and stir as you go. Repeat with the protein powder after the flour is added. Keep track of how much flour you are adding until you get the dough in its final form. Continue to slowly add in flour until the dough is completely formed. You'll want it just slightly sticky.
- Sprinkle extra flour on a surface and knead the dough for 5 minutes.
- Place the dough into a separate greased bowl and cover with a towel. Let it sit in a warm place for up to an hour. During this time, the dough should rise and double in size. (TIP: You can always microwave a bowl of water until boiling and leave it in the microwave with the bowl of dough to create an enclosed space for the dough to rise.)
- After the dough has risen, roll it out again on a floured surface. Flatten into a rectangular shape.
- Melt the butter and spread it on top of the dough. Add the cinnamon and sweetener. You will want to add more than you think is necessary, and a lot of it will absorb into the dough.
- Starting at one end, roll up the dough. Using a serrated knife, cut the dough every 1.5 inches or so. Place in a greased round or square pan.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Let the dough rise some more in the pan while the oven preheats.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes. Check frequently towards the end. You will want the dough to be soft, but still cooked throughout.
- While cinnamon rolls are baking, cream the cream cheese using a hand mixer. Add in the vanilla, sweetener, protein powder, and milk. Mix until combined.
- When rolls are done, let them cool. Then apply icing and enjoy!
NUTRITION FACTS:
Calories: 190
Fat: 2g
Carbs: 27g
Protein: 17g
Created by  @laurenfitfoodie
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Each roll delivers indulgent flavor and a protein boost without sacrificing taste. It’s the perfect example of how PEScience products help you enjoy your favorite foods while supporting your nutrition goals.
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