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Protein Pecan-Cinnamon Rolls
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 
Course: bread, Breakfast, brunch, Dessert, protein powder
Cuisine: high protein, lower carb
Keyword: cinnamon, cottage cheese, protein powder
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 218 kcal
Ingredients
  • Dough
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free baking blend
  • ⅓ cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1¼ cups blended 2% cottage cheese
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • Filling
  • ⅓ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans
  • 1½ tablespoons vanilla protein powder
  • 1½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • Protein Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 2 oz. softened Neufchâtel or cream cheese
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt or blended cottage cheese
  • ⅓ cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch skillet or baking dish.
  2. Make dough: Combine flour, protein powder, cottage cheese, and baking powder. Knead into a ball, adding a little flour if too sticky.
  3. Roll out: On a floured surface, roll dough into an approximately ⅓-inch-thick rectangle.
  4. Make filling: Combine sugar, pecans, protein powder, and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over dough and lightly press in.
  5. Shape: Roll dough lengthwise into a log. Cut crosswise into 8 rolls and arrange swirl-side up in prepared pan. Drizzle with melted butter.
  6. Bake: Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  7. Make frosting: Whisk softened cheese, yogurt, and maple syrup until smooth. Stir in protein powder.
  8. Serve: Frost just before serving. Garnish with cinnamon and/or chopped pecans, if desired.
Recipe Notes