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If you are looking for easy healthy snacks, these Tortilla Cinnamon Rolls are all you need. Quick and easy to make, these delicious cinnamon rolls with tortilla come together in under 10 minutes. Just 49 calories each!
Believe me, this cinnamon roll recipe with tortilla will blow your mind. It is one of those super easy recipes that yet never came to your mind. But once you try it…You’ll be making cinnamon tortillas time and again!
Just like me. I first made tortilla cinnamon rolls last week, and since then I’ve been snacking on them every day. Especially after dinner, when I crave something sweet without too many calories. Clocking at just 49 kcal, those rolls hit the spot. For more protein I love siding these tortilla rolls with my cinnamon roll protein dip. Because let’s face it…they are made for each other like bread and butter.
Ingredients
This cinnamon tortilla recipe is embarrassingly easy. You only need 4 simple ingredients and 10 minutes of your day. Did I got you hooked? Keep on reading, here’s all you need to make low calorie cinnamon rolls with wraps.
- Tortillas: When choosing tortillas, prefer flour-based tortillas that are soft; they will roll more easily without breaking. You can also opt for wholegrain or high-protein options.
- Cream cheese: Together with sweetener and ground cinnamon, cream cheese is a key ingredient for the filling. For lower calories I used low-fat cream cheese, but feel free to replace with full-fat products. In case you don’t eat dairy, substitute with plant based cream cheese.
- Granular sweetener: For sugar-free cinnamon rolls that are lower in calories and carbs, this recipe uses erythritol. You can replace with another keto granular sweetener (such as xylitol), coconut sugar or brown sugar.
- Ground cinnamon: This is a key spice for making…ehm…Cinnamon rolls with wraps! No substitutes.
Low calorie frosting with yogurt
These rolls come with a yogurt based frosting that is sugar-free, low in calories and packed with protein. Although it is optional, the icing gives your tortilla dessert the traditional cinnamon roll vibes. It’s very simple to make, you only need 2 basic ingredients:
- Greek yogurt: I chose nonfat Greek yogurt, a nutritious addition to this guilt-free dessert. If you prefer, replace with full-fat Greek yogurt, Skyr, quark, soy yogurt or any plant based alternative of your choice. Also cream cheese works great.
- Granular sweetener: Same as before, you can swap out erythritol for your favorite granular sweetener, coconut sugar or brown sugar.
Tips for healthier cinnamon tortilla rolls
With just 49 calories per piece, this recipe is already diet friendly and pretty healthy. But if you want to level up your dessert and make healthier cinnamon tortilla rolls, follow my 4 simple tips down below.
- Prefer wholewheat products to highly processed white flour wraps. And if you want an extra boost, choose high protein tortillas!
- Make filling and icing with a sugar-free sweetener, such as erythritol or xylitol. Your rolls will taste as good as the original, but with no added sugar nor calorie.
- Prepare the filling with low-fat cream cheese and make the icing with nonfat Greek yogurt.
- Serve your lazy cinnamon rolls with a source of protein, such as Greek yogurt, quark, cottage cheese or soy yogurt.
How to make cinnamon rolls with tortilla
First, you’ll need to prepare the healthy cinnamon “sugar”. It’s so quick and simple: put granular sweetener and ground cinnamon in a small bowl and mix.
Once you’re done with the cinnamon sugar, it’s time to prepare the tortilla cinnamon rolls. Spread about 1 1/2 tablespoon of cream cheese over each wrap, then sprinkle with the cinnamon “sugar” you’ve just made. Cut each wrap into 6 stripes of 3 cm (1.2 inches) each, then place two stripes one over the other and roll them up tightly. In total you should get six rolls, three for each wrap.
Air fry at 160°C (320°F) for about 8 minutes or bake in hot oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes. After baking, you can serve alone or with icing on top. For the icing, whisk together Greek yogurt with granular sweetener. Should the mixture be too thick, thin it with about 1 teaspoon of milk. Drizzle over the cinnamon rolls and enjoy.
Congratulations. You just made quick and easy cinnamon rolls with tortilla wraps! Incredibly delicious and with just 49 calories.
Serving ideas
This lazy cinnamon roll recipe makes a tasty snack or dessert. You can eat them by themselves or alongside other foods for a more complete meal. In case you need ideas, here are some ways how to serve cinnamon tortillas.
- Snack plate: Arrange the cinnamon rolls on a plate with some fruit and a dip of yogurt to enjoy a nourishing snack.
- Protein dip: Side your dessert with a serving of my cinnamon roll protein dip. It comes together in under 1 minute and tastes so good with these sweet tortilla rolls!
- Yogurt bowl: Enjoy with a bowl of Greek yogurt on the side for a more satisfying snack or breakfast that is packed with protein and taste.
- Glass of milk: A great classic, side with a glass of your favorite milk. Cold or warm, as you prefer!
- Cup of tea or coffee: Serve alongside a cup of coffee or tea, dipped or on the side.
FAQ – Frequently asked questions
Replace cream cheese and Greek yogurt with plant based alternatives. The taste of these rolls won’t change at all and you’ll be able to enjoy a delicious treat.
Make this recipe with gluten-free tortilla wraps.
Making sugar-free cinnamon tortilla rolls is very simple. All you need to do is preparing both filling and icing with low carb sweeteners, such as erythritol or xylitol.
Definitely, of course you can! This recipe can be made either in the oven or in the air fryer. I honestly prefer the air fryer cooking method because it’s quicker and more convenient.
Unfortunately this recipe does not work in the microwave. You’ll need either an oven or an air fryer.
This recipe yields six cinnamon rolls, three out of each tortilla.
More quick and easy healthy snacks
- 2 ingredient banana cookies
- No bake banana cookie dough
- Easy chocolate protein yogurt
- 100 calorie chocolate mug cake
- Simple potato fritters
- Easy chickpea nuggets
- Low calorie French fries
Tortilla Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients
- 2 flour tortillas
- 3 tbsp cream cheese, low-fat or full-fat
Filling
- 1 ½ tbsp granular sweetener, erythritol, replace with coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Healthy Icing
- 1 tbsp Greek yogurt, or preferred yogurt
- 1 tbsp granular sweetener
- 1 tsp milk, if necessary
Instructions
- For the cinnamon "sugar", in a small bowl combine granular sweetener and ground cinnamon.
- Spread 1 1/2 tbsp cream cheese over each tortilla, then sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar you prepared before. Cut each tortilla into 6 stripes of 3 cm (1.2 inches) each, then place two stripes one over the other and roll them up tightly. In total you should get six cinnamon rolls, three for each tortilla.
- Air fry at 160°C (320°F) for about 8 minutes or bake in hot oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes.
Healthy Icing
- In a small bowl whisk together Greek yogurt with granular sweetener. If the mixture is too thick, thin it with about 1 teaspoon of milk. Drizzle over the cinnamon rolls before serving, if you desire.