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Paleo Cinnamon Rolls

These classic Paleo Cinnamon Rolls are not only sweet and creamy but have a delicious, gooey white frosting that is heavenly! Finding a healthier version of my Paleo Cinnamon Rolls has been a passion for me and these are sensational!
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword paleo cinnamon rolls
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 569 kcal
Author Kelly Bejelly @ A Girl Worth Saving

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 cup tapioca flour
  • 1/2 cup coconut flour
  • 2 Tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 large egg or gelatin egg

Filling

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened flaked coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans omit if AIP
  • 1/3 cup raisins
  • 1 Tablespoon B grade maple syrup or honey
  • 2 Tablespoon water
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon powder

Frosting

  • 1/4 cup Palm Shortening
  • 1 Tablespoon coconut milk
  • 1 Tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon powder

Instructions

  1. Place the coconut oil, water and sea salt, maple syrup/honey in a small pan and bring to a boil. Let boil for 30 seconds.
  2. Remove from the stove and add the tapioca flour into the pan and mix with a spoon until you have a sticky dough.
  3. Let this cool for 2- 3 minutes (should be really warm just not hot) and then add in the coconut flour and egg.
  4. Mix with a spoon until you have a soft dough and then remove from the pan and place on a piece of parchment paper. Knead for 1 minute.
  5. Place the second piece of parchment paper over the top and then roll the dough into roughly a 7" x 11" rectangle that is 1/4 thick.
  6. For the filling combine the maple syrup/honey, cinnamon, and water in a small bowl. Toss in the coconut flakes, nuts, and raisins until well coated.
  7. Spoon this mixture evenly over the dough leaving a 1/2" board from the sides.
  8. Now roll the dough into a log and lightly press to pinch the seam.
  9. Cut 1/4" off the ends of and then slice into 1" pieces.
  10. Place the slices and ends flat side down on to a piece of parchment paper and bake at 350 for 30 - 35 minutes.
  11. For the frosting mix the palm shortening, coconut milk, maple syrup, and cinnamon with a hand blender.
  12. Remove the cinnamon rolls from the oven and let cool for 3 - 5 minutes. Frost with the frosting and enjoy!!

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