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Vegan Cinnamon Rolls

Fluffy, chewy, and sweet—these vegan cinnamon rolls are just like the classic, but made dairy-free and egg-free. Perfect for breakfast or brunch!
Prep Time2 hours
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cinnamon Rolls, Vegan
Servings: 10 rolls
Calories: 290kcal

Ingredients

For the dough

  • 15 1/2 oz all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 8 oz non-dairy milk lukewarm
  • 6 tbsp vegan butter melted

For the filling

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp non-dairy milk

For the frosting

  • 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tbsp non-dairy milk

Instructions

  • Make the dough: Combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a large bowl. Add lukewarm non-dairy milk and melted butter. Mix into a shaggy dough.
  • Knead with stand mixer and dough hook for 7–8 minutes, or by hand 10–12 minutes, until smooth and tacky but not sticky.
  • Form dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl seam-side down, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, 60–90 minutes.
  • Form the rolls: Mix sugar, cinnamon, and flour for filling. Roll risen dough into a 12x15 inch rectangle. Brush with non-dairy milk, sprinkle filling evenly, leaving 1/2 inch bare edge.
  • Roll into a log from the short side, seal seam. Cut into 10 pieces using floss or a sharp knife. Arrange in a greased 8x12 inch dish with space between rolls. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Bake: Next day, let rolls rest at room temp 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake 30 minutes until golden, rotating once.
  • Frost: Whisk powdered sugar, vanilla, and 2–3 tbsp non-dairy milk until smooth. Add extra sugar or milk as needed. Drizzle over warm rolls and serve.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Stand mixer with dough hook (optional)
  • Rolling Pin
  • 8x12 inch baking dish
  • Plastic wrap
  • Pastry brush
  • Wire cooling rack

Notes

Use soy or almond milk. Let dough rise in a warm spot—on top of fridge, in a sunny window, or oven proof setting. Overnight fridge rest improves flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 2mg